Company: HBAN
Filing Date: 2025-10-27
Form Type: 425
Source: 0001140361-25-039392
Chunk: 8

Company: HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INC /MD/
Filing Date: 2025-10-27
Form: 425
Chunk 8
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 will extend the reach of our full franchise to 21 states—stretching from the Midwest to the South to Texas—and into new, high-growth markets for which we have a powerful playbook. Today’s announcement represents a significant step on our journey to be the leading people-first, customer-centered bank in the country.” One of the largest regional banks in its footprint, Cadence operates branches across Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Tennessee, and Texas. Huntington intends to maintain Cadence’s broad branch network—with no branch closures—and invest to grow. "We’ve been delivering for our customers and communities for 150 years, and partnering with Huntington will help us do even more to support those we serve,” said James D. “Dan” Rollins III, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Cadence Bank. “This is a defining moment for Cadence Bank and we’re confident this alignment will create lasting value across our footprint and beyond. Together, we will continue to prioritize relationship-first banking while unlocking new opportunities for growth and innovation." Upon closing of the transaction, Rollins will join Huntington as non-executive Vice Chairman of the board of directors of Huntington Bancshares Incorporated as well as a director of Huntington Bancshares Incorporated and The Huntington National Bank. Huntington Bancshares will be inviting two additional members from Cadence to join the Board of Directors. “Cadence Bank’s relationship-first, community-based approach to banking aligns very well with our values and local approach to banking. We’re excited to bring our broad range of capabilities, products and services to Cadence’s customers and communities through local bankers, local decision making, local relationships and local community engagement and investment,” said Brant Standridge, President of Consumer and Regional Banking at Huntington. “Cadence has built strong relationships over generations, and we intend to continue that legacy and offer even more with our leading digital capabilities and Fair Play products and services.” Launched in 2010, Huntington's pioneering Fair Play philosophy focuses on providing services without hidden fees or asterisks and delivering fair and safe access to banking for consumers. Through this combination, Cadence customers will have access to Huntington’s full suite of Fair Play product features, including 24-Hour Grace®, Standby Cash® and Early Pay. Huntington will continue Cadence's strong legacy of community support through local partnerships, investment and engagement, and will maintain Cadence's philanthropic commitments to organizations across its footprint—including its multifaceted support for the Tupelo community and state of Mississippi. The transaction is expected to close