PNC Finalizes Acquisition of FirstBank
PNC Financial Services Group, a leading financial services organization, has successfully completed the acquisition of FirstBank Holding Company, along with its banking subsidiary, FirstBank. This follows after receiving all the necessary regulatory clearances and fulfilling closing requirements. The acquisition was originally agreed upon in September of the previous year. For more details on the acquisition, click here.
PNC and FirstBank Acquisition Deal
The purchase agreement valued the deal at $4.1 billion. This sum included the issuance of approximately 13.9 million shares of PNC common stock and a cash payment of $1.2 billion. The regulatory clearance required for the acquisition was granted in December by the board of governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and the Colorado Division of Banking.
Merging Operations
With the conclusion of the acquisition, PNC will now proceed with the integration of FirstBank into its wider operations. The transition for FirstBank customers is planned for the coming summer. Until this time, they will continue to use their existing accounts and services as normal.
Statements from PNC and FirstBank Executives
William Demchak, PNC CEO and Chairman, expressed his excitement about the successful conclusion of the deal. He stated, “Today’s legal close is more than a milestone, it’s the beginning of a partnership built on shared values and a vision for growth. By combining FirstBank’s strong local relationships with PNC’s national capabilities, we’re poised to deliver even greater opportunities for our customers and communities.”
As part of the acquisition agreement, FirstBank Holding Company’s Series B preferred shares will be converted into a new preferred stock series under PNC, titled Series X.
Extended Footprint in Colorado and Arizona
This strategic acquisition will extend PNC’s business footprint in Colorado and Arizona. Kevin Classen, FirstBank CEO, commented on the transition saying, “Joining PNC marks an exciting new chapter for FirstBank, our employees and the communities we serve. We are proud of our legacy and grateful for the trust our customers have placed in us. With PNC, we gain the scale and resources to expand what we offer, while staying committed to local service and community impact. Our teams are working together to ensure a seamless transition and to deliver the same award-winning experience our customers have come to expect.”
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