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Old National Bancorp to Merge with Bremer Financial Corporation

Key Highlights:

  • Merger Details: Old National to acquire Bremer in a $1.4 billion deal, valued at $116.76 per share.

  • Market Impact: Combined assets to exceed $70 billion, with 70 banking centers in Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin.

  • Community Expansion: Old National becomes the third-largest bank in the Twin Cities region, bolstering presence in vibrant Midwest markets.

  • Shareholder Note: Otto Bremer Trust to hold an 11% ownership stake in Old National.

Notable Quotes:

“This partnership represents an outstanding fit between two highly compatible, relationship- and community-focused banks.”

Jim Ryan, Chairman and CEO at Old National Bancorp

“With Old National, we have confidence we found a great fit to ensure the best outcome for our customers, employees, and communities.”

Jeanne Crain, President and CEO at Bremer Financial Corporation

“This partnership expands the scope of what can be accomplished for and within our communities – civically, socially, and economically.”

Otto Bremer Trust Statement

Our Take:

This merger is a significant move in the Midwest banking sector, aligning two institutions with shared community-focused values. The deal not only strengthens Old National’s competitive position in the Twin Cities but also broadens its footprint across three states. By maintaining a strong relationship with the Otto Bremer Trust, the partnership underscores a commitment to local investment and philanthropy, making it a model for community-centered banking consolidation.