Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (Commerce Bank)

Commerce Bancshares, Inc. is a regional bank holding company headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with significant operations also based in St. Louis. Established in 1865, it serves as the corporate parent of Commerce Bank, providing a diversified array of financial services. The company's foundational principles emphasize integrity, strong customer relationships, and a commitment to social responsibility.

Through its primary subsidiary, Commerce Bank, the company offers a comprehensive suite of financial products and services tailored for individuals, businesses, and municipalities. These offerings are structured across three main segments: Retail Banking, Commercial, and Wealth. Its market presence extends across Missouri, Kansas, Illinois, Oklahoma, and Colorado, with additional commercial and wealth management offices in other states.

John W. Kemper leads the company as President and Chief Executive Officer. In recent strategic moves, Commerce Bancshares, Inc. completed the acquisition of FineMark Holdings, Inc. on January 1, 2026, significantly expanding its private banking and wealth management footprint into Florida, Arizona, and South Carolina. Further enhancing its capabilities, Commerce Bank announced an agreement in June 2026 to acquire Nolan & Associates, a St. Louis-based investment banking firm, to bolster its advisory services for middle-market clients. The company is noted for its financial resilience, having consistently paid dividends for 56 consecutive years.