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StocksMedium•17 April 2026•

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CVB Financial Completes Acquisition of Heritage Commerce in All-Stock Merger

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Key Facts

1CVB Financial Corp. completed the acquisition of Heritage Commerce Corp in an all-stock transaction.

2Heritage Bank of Commerce was merged into Citizens Business Bank as part of the reorganization.

CVB Financial Corp. (CVBF) has officially finalized its acquisition of Heritage Commerce Corp (HTBK) following the reorganization agreement established in December 2025. As part of the transaction, Heritage Bank of Commerce was merged into Citizens Business Bank, consolidating the banking operations of both entities. The all-stock merger is designed to expand the company's market presence and streamline its regional banking services. By completing this integration, the firm aims to realize significant operational synergies and eliminate previous execution risks. Following the merger completion, HTBK shares will cease trading on public exchanges. This strategic move strengthens CVBF's position in the regional banking sector, providing a larger platform for future growth and financial stability. Analysts view the successful integration as a positive step for long-term scale and efficiency.