Shareholders of Burke & Herbert Financial Services Corp. (BHRB) and LINKBANCORP, Inc. (LINK) voted in favor of the merger on March 25, 2026. The special meetings were held on that day, and the merger agreement, dated December 18, 2025, was approved by both parties. Burke & Herbert will remain the continuing corporation after the transaction.
The merger will combine Burke & Herbert’s network of more than 75 branches in Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, Kentucky and West Virginia with LINKBANCORP’s 24 client‑solutions centers located in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware and Virginia, creating a combined institution with a broader geographic footprint and a larger deposit base.
Pro‑forma financials for the combined entity show total assets of roughly $11.0 billion and deposits of about $9.1 billion. Management projects that the first full year of combined operations will generate earnings per share of approximately $9.18, driven by expected cost savings and operational synergies.
The merger is framed as a partnership of “closely aligned cultures” that will deliver “unparalleled value to our customers, employees, communities and shareholders.” Entry into Pennsylvania is a key strategic objective for Burke & Herbert, expanding its presence in the Mid‑Atlantic region.
David P. Boyle, Burke & Herbert’s chair and CEO, said the deal “marks another transformative milestone in Burke & Herbert’s long history” and highlighted the company’s commitment to community banking across the new markets. LINK’s CEO Andrew Samuel noted that the two organizations share a vision to invest in the development of strong future leaders for the industry.
The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. No specific closing date has been announced, but the parties expect to complete the merger once approvals are obtained.
Additional context: Burke & Herbert completed a merger with Summit Financial Group in May 2024, and LINKBANCORP merged with Partners Bancorp in November 2023. Recent reports mention legal inquiries and investigations related to the merger, indicating that shareholders and regulators are closely monitoring the process.
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