Heritage Commerce Shareholders Overwhelmingly Approve Merger with CVB Financial

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Heritage Commerce Corp shareholders overwhelmingly approved the proposed merger with CVB Financial Corp., moving the significant all-stock transaction closer to completion.

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• Merger Agreement Approved

  Shareholders approved the principal terms of the merger agreement with CVB Financial Corp., where each Heritage share will convert into 0.65 shares of CVBF common stock. This follows the definitive merger agreement announced on March 9, 2026.

• Executive Compensation Approved

  Shareholders also approved, on a non-binding advisory basis, the merger-related compensation for named executive officers.

• Next Steps Towards Closing

  With shareholder approval secured, the merger is now subject to regulatory approvals and other closing conditions, with an expected completion in the second quarter of 2026.

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This 8-K reports the successful shareholder vote for the proposed all-stock merger with CVB Financial Corp., a significant step towards completing the approximately $811 million transaction. The overwhelming approval, with nearly 99% of votes cast in favor of the merger, reduces uncertainty surrounding the deal and signals strong shareholder support. The merger, which was initially announced on March 9, 2026, is now contingent on regulatory approvals and other closing conditions, with an anticipated completion in the second quarter of 2026.