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BLOOMINGTON, Ind. Merchants Bank and Indiana University Athletics today announced its Summer Signing Series, giving fans the opportunity to meet select Hoosier student-athletes, including key members from IU football. The series will take place on four selected days in June from 1-2 p.m., with two to four student-athletes scheduled to appear each week for autographs […]
Merchants Bank today announced the opening of its newest full-service banking center in Bloomington, Indiana, marking the company’s first branch in southern Indiana. The location, at 101 W. Kirkwood Ave., Suite 030, officially opened to the public at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, April 27. Situated in the heart of downtown Bloomington, the new branch is
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Fraud is becoming increasingly common nationwide, and banks and their customers are not immune. A recent U.S. News & World Report found that nearly half of Americans are exposed to scams every day, with nearly one-quarter of respondents losing money. Scammers are also becoming more sophisticated in impersonating financial institutions, government agencies, utility companies, and
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Reflecting on the 2025 Season of Giving As 2025 has come to a close, Merchants Bank, Merchants Capital, and Merchants Foundation are proud to reflect on the meaningful ways our employees gave back to their communities during our annual season of giving. These efforts are always beloved by Merchants staff, as they provide the opportunity
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January 19 was a momentous day for Merchants Bank as we celebrated Indiana University (IU) football’s historic National Championship win. Not only do many of our employees proudly call IU their alma mater, but the victory served as the perfect finale to the inaugural year of Merchants Bank’s transformative sponsorship in support of IU’s Department
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James Stolt has joined the Merchants Bank Small Business Administration (SBA) Lending division as a Senior Business Development Officer. In this role, Stolt will develop strategies to generate new business, leveraging his network in Illinois and the Midwest region. He will be based in Chicago, Illinois. James Stolt Stolt brings more than 30 years of
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Consumers are starting out 2026 with a mix of optimism and understandable caution. After several years marked by shifting interest rates, elevated inflation, and an unpredictable housing market, many households are hoping for a clearer financial landscape. Homebuyers want a sense of when affordability will improve, and homeowners considering refinancing want guidance on timing. With
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Money market accounts have become increasingly popular among savers seeking higher yields while maintaining easy access to their funds. As we navigate 2026’s financial landscape, understanding what makes a money market account truly valuable can help you maximize your savings potential while keeping your money safe and accessible. Whether you’re building an emergency fund, saving
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At Merchants, our commitment to the community has been at the core of our banking and financial services since our co-founders, Michael Petrie and Randall Rogers, founded the organization in 1990. In 2018, Merchants’ leadership sought to articulate this commitment more clearly with the launch of our MPACT program – Merchants employees Positively Advancing Communities
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It was a day of celebration as Merchants Bank and Merchants Capital officially opened the new expansion of their headquarters in Carmel. On Friday, Oct. 24, team members from both organizations, Merchants retirees, Hopper the Mascot, city representatives, community members, and more, came together to mark this important milestone in the company’s continued growth. Located
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