Cadence Bank has announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement with Industry Bancshares, Inc., the bank holding company for Bank of Brenham, Citizens State Bank, Fayetteville Bank, Industry State Bank, The First National Bank of Bellville and The First National Bank of Shiner.

Founded in 1911 and headquartered in Industry, Texas, Industry Bancshares operates 27 full-service branches across Central and Southeast Texas. The merger will meaningfully expand Cadence Bank’s Texas presence in attractive, growing markets within the state, delivering a strong core deposit base built on long-term customer relationships and deep local connections. As of March 31, 2025 (unaudited), Industry Bancshares reported total assets of $4.4 billion, total loans of $1.1 billion and total deposits of $4.5 billion.

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