FMAO News & Events

The Board of Directors of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp announced that it has approved the company's quarterly cash dividend of $23c per share, a 4.0% year-over-year increase. The first-quarter dividend is payable on April 20 to shareholders of record as of April 3.

Reports Q4 tangible book value per share increased to $20.40. Reports Q4 provision for credit losses $567K. Reports net interest margin up 62 basis points to 3.6% vs last year. "I am proud to report that F&M ended 2025 with record quarterly earnings per share, record stockholders' equity, and record total assets, highlighting F&M's operating strength and financial consistency," said CEO Lars Eller.

F&M Bank, an Archbold, Ohio-based bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, announced the appointment of Amy Cover to Chief Marketing & Experience Officer. In this expanded role, Cover will continue to lead the Bank's marketing and brand initiatives while overseeing customer experience and internal communications to ensure a consistent, meaningful connection between F&M's brand, employees, and customers. "Amy has been instrumental in shaping how F&M tells its story and engages with our communities," said Lars Eller, President and CEO of F&M Bank. "Her leadership and creativity have helped us bring our mission of nurturing lasting relationships to life. This expanded role reinforces our commitment to making our mission a reality for both our customers and our employees every day."