Richmond Mutual Bancorp and The Farmers Bancorp Reveal Merger Agreement
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Nov 12 2025
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Merger Announcement: Richmond Mutual Bancorporation and The Farmers Bancorp have agreed to merge in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $82 million, with Farmers Bancorp shareholders receiving 3.40 shares of Richmond Mutual stock for each share they own.
Ownership Structure: Post-merger, Richmond Mutual shareholders will own about 62% of the combined entity, while Farmers Bancorp shareholders will hold approximately 38%. The new company will continue trading under the ticker "RMBI."
Leadership and Operations: The combined company will be led by Garry Kleer as Chair and Garry D. Kleer as CEO, with a Board of Directors comprising six members from Richmond Mutual and five from Farmers Bancorp.
Timeline and Approvals: The merger is expected to close in early Q2 2026, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals, with both companies' directors committed to voting in favor of the merger.
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About RMBI
Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc. is a holding company for First Bank Richmond, an Indiana state-chartered commercial bank. The Company's principal business consists of attracting deposits from the general public, as well as brokered deposits, and investing those funds primarily in loans secured by commercial and multi-family real estate, first mortgages on owner-occupied, one-to-four-family residences, a variety of consumer loans, direct financing leases and commercial and industrial loans. It offers a full range of lending products, including multi-family and commercial real estate loans, commercial and industrial loans, construction and development loans, residential real estate loans, including home equity loans and lines of credit, and consumer loans. It also engages in lease financing, which consists of direct financing leases and is used by its commercial customers to finance purchases of equipment. It also provides trust and wealth management services.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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- Asset Scale: As of December 31, 2025, total assets reached $1.5 billion, maintaining stability and enhancing investor confidence through effective asset management.
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- Equity Growth: Stockholders' equity totaled $145.8 million as of December 31, 2025, up from $140.0 million at the end of September 2025, demonstrating positive progress in capital accumulation.
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Richmond Mutual Bancorporation Reports Q4 2025 Net Income of $3.4 Million, EPS of $0.35
- Net Income Growth: Richmond Mutual Bancorporation reported a net income of $3.4 million for Q4 2025, reflecting a 45.8% increase compared to the same quarter in 2024, primarily driven by enhanced net interest income, indicating improved profitability in a favorable interest rate environment.
- Merger Agreement: The company has entered into a merger agreement with Farmers Bancorp valued at approximately $82 million, expected to close in Q2 2026, with Farmers Bancorp shareholders owning about 38% of the combined entity, enhancing market competitiveness.
- Interest Income Increase: Net interest income for Q4 reached $11.5 million, a 16.9% increase from Q4 2024, driven by improved asset yields and lower funding costs, further solidifying the company's financial foundation.
- Expense Management: Non-interest expenses rose by 5.6% to $8.5 million year-over-year; however, effective cost management and operational optimization have ensured sustained profitability, reflecting strong financial health.
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