Orrstown Financial Services, Inc. and Codorus Valley Bancorp, Inc. Announce Receipt of Regulatory Approvals for Merger of Equals
Orrstown Financial Services and Codorus Valley Bancorp have received regulatory approvals for their merger of equals from the Federal Reserve Board and the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities. This merger, anticipated to close on July 1, 2024, will combine their extensive financial service operations across Pennsylvania, Maryland, and parts of Virginia and West Virginia. Orrstown, traded as ORRF on NASDAQ, and Codorus Valley, traded as CVLY, aim to enhance their market presence and service offerings through this strategic partnership.
- Received regulatory approvals from Federal Reserve Board and Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities.
- Merger is expected to close on July 1, 2024.
- Enhanced market presence across Pennsylvania, Maryland, and parts of Virginia and West Virginia.
- Potential for expanded service offerings and improved customer reach.
- Merger completion is contingent on the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
- Integration risks post-merger could affect operations and financial performance.
- Potential for short-term disruption in services during the merger process.
Insights
The regulatory approval for the merger between Orrstown Financial Services and Codorus Valley Bancorp signals a significant step forward in the consolidation process. Mergers of equals typically aim to leverage synergies that can lead to cost reductions and increased market share. For investors, the strategic benefits include a larger combined asset base, broader geographic reach and potentially enhanced shareholder value. Historically, such mergers can lead to operational efficiencies, but they also come with risks such as integration challenges and cultural mismatches. The timing of the merger, slated for July 1, 2024, suggests a smooth regulatory process, which is a positive indicator of compliance and strategic fit. Investors should monitor the combined entity’s post-merger performance to assess the realization of projected synergies and overall financial health in the subsequent quarters.
This merger is poised to reshape the competitive landscape of the regional banking sector in South Central Pennsylvania and Central Maryland. The merger of Orrstown and Codorus Valley will create a more robust regional player with a comprehensive range of services. For retail investors, it's important to consider the market positioning and customer base of the merged entity. The combined geographic footprint covers a diverse economic area, which can be an advantage in diversifying risk and tapping into different economic cycles. However, one should also consider the potential market saturation and competition in these regions. Historically, mergers in the banking industry can lead to a period of consolidation where overlapping branches might be closed, leading to short-term disruptions but long-term operational efficiencies.
SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. and YORK, Pa., June 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orrstown Financial Services, Inc. (“Orrstown”) (NASDAQ: ORRF), the parent company of Orrstown Bank, and Codorus Valley Bancorp, Inc. (“Codorus Valley”) (NASDAQ: CVLY), the parent company of PeoplesBank, A Codorus Valley Company, today announced that they have received the requisite regulatory approvals and waivers from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities for their previously announced merger of equals. The parties anticipate closing the transaction on July 1, 2024, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
About Orrstown
Orrstown Financial Services, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary, Orrstown Bank, provide a wide range of consumer and business financial services in Adams, Berks, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Perry, and York Counties, Pennsylvania and Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Howard, and Washington Counties, Maryland, as well as Baltimore City, Maryland. The Company’s lending area also includes adjacent counties in Pennsylvania and Maryland, as well as Loudon County, Virginia and Berkeley, Jefferson and Morgan Counties, West Virginia. Orrstown Bank is an Equal Housing Lender and its deposits are insured up to the legal maximum by the FDIC. Orrstown Financial Services, Inc.’s common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “ORRF”.
About Codorus Valley
Codorus Valley Bancorp, Inc. is the largest independent financial services holding company headquartered in York, Pennsylvania. Codorus Valley primarily operates through its financial services subsidiary, PeoplesBank, A Codorus Valley Company. PeoplesBank offers a full range of consumer, business, wealth management, and mortgage services at financial centers located in communities throughout South Central Pennsylvania and Central Maryland. Codorus Valley Bancorp, Inc.’s Common Stock is listed on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol “CVLY”.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 regarding the financial condition, results of operations, business plans and the future performance of Orrstown and Codorus Valley.
Words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “forecasts,” “intends,” “plans,” “projects,” “could,” “may,” “should,” “will” or other similar words and expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on Orrstown’s and Codorus Valley’s current expectations and assumptions regarding Orrstown’s and Codorus Valley’s businesses, the economy, and other future conditions. Because forward-looking statements relate to future results and occurrences, they are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks, and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Any number of risks, uncertainties, or other factors could affect Orrstown’s or Codorus Valley’s future financial results and performance and could cause actual results or performance to differ materially from anticipated results or performance. Such risks and uncertainties include, among others: the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could give rise to the right of one or both of the parties to terminate the definitive agreement and plan of merger between Orrstown and Codorus Valley; the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Orrstown or Codorus Valley; delays in completing the proposed transaction; the failure to satisfy any conditions to the proposed transaction on a timely basis or at all, including the ability of Orrstown and Codorus Valley to meet expectations regarding the timing, completion and accounting and tax treatments of the proposed transaction; the possibility that the anticipated benefits of the proposed transaction are not realized when expected or at all, including as a result of the impact of, or problems arising from, the integration of the two companies or as a result of the strength of the economy and competitive factors in the areas where Orrstown and Codorus Valley do business; the possibility that the proposed transaction may be more expensive to complete than anticipated, including as a result of unexpected factors or events; the possibility that revenues following the proposed transaction may be lower than expected; the impact of certain restrictions during the pendency of the proposed transaction on the parties’ ability to pursue certain business opportunities and strategic transactions; diversion of management’s attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities; potential adverse reactions or changes to business or employee relationships, including those resulting from the announcement or completion of the proposed transaction; the ability to complete the proposed transaction and integration of Orrstown and Codorus Valley successfully; the dilution caused by Orrstown’s issuance of additional shares of its capital stock in connection with the proposed transaction; and the potential impact of general economic, political or market factors on the companies or the proposed transaction and other factors that may affect future results of Orrstown or Codorus Valley. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. Except to the extent required by applicable law or regulation, each of Orrstown and Codorus Valley disclaims any obligation to update such factors or to publicly announce the results of any revisions to any of the forward-looking statements included herein to reflect future events or developments. Further information regarding Orrstown, Codorus Valley and factors which could affect the forward-looking statements contained herein can be found in Orrstown’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2024, and its other filings with the SEC, and in Codorus Valley’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2024, and its other filings with the SEC. SEC filings are available free of charge on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.
For media inquiries or further information, please contact:
John Moss
SVP, Director of Marketing and Client Experience, PeoplesBank, A Codorus Valley Company
717-747-1520
jmoss@peoplesbanknet.com
Matthew Dyckman
EVP, General Counsel, Orrstown Bank
717-510-7262
mdyckman@orrstown.com
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