Commerce Bancshares, Inc. Reports First Quarter Earnings Per Share of $.96

Commerce Bancshares, Inc. announced earnings of $.96 per share for the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to $.93 per share in the same quarter last year and $1.01 per share in the fourth quarter of 2025. Net income for the first quarter of 2026 amounted to $141.6 million, compared to $131.6 million in the first quarter of 2025 and $140.7 million in the prior quarter. In making this announcement, John Kemper, Chief Executive Officer, said, “We delivered a strong first quarter highlighted by solid profitability and continued momentum across our diversified fee businesses. This was also our first full quarter incorporating FineMark, a strategic investment that meaningfully enhances our private banking and wealth management capabilities and expands our presence in highly attractive growth markets. Our overall performance reflected the strength of our franchise, supported by resilient net interest income, continued trust fee growth, and solid returns across our core profitability