Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, announced on October 22, 2025, that it is investigating whether the merger of Farmers National Banc Corp. and Middlefield Banc Corp. is fair to Farmers shareholders. The investigation focuses on potential violations of securities laws by Farmers and its board.
The firm encourages Farmers shareholders to contact them to learn more about their legal rights and options regarding the definitive merger agreement. This investigation introduces a layer of scrutiny over the terms and process of the all-stock deal valued at $299.0 million.
Such investigations can potentially lead to shareholder lawsuits, which could impact the timeline or terms of the merger, or result in additional costs for Farmers National Banc Corp. The outcome of this investigation will be closely watched by investors.
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