Commerce Bancshares IncCommerce Bank completed its acquisition of Nolan & Associates, adding investment banking capabilities and middle-market client reach.

Commerce Bank has completed its acquisition of Nolan & Associates, a St. Louis-based boutique investment banking firm serving middle-market clients nationwide. The deal adds investment banking capabilities and strengthens Commerce's ability to support business owners through growth, acquisition, capital-raising and ownership transition decisions. Nolan & Associates will retain its leadership team, employees and its Brentwood, Missouri office, ensuring continuity for clients and team members. The transaction was completed through Commerce Bank's acquisition of Middle Market Transactions, Inc., an affiliate of Nolan & Associates; the two were consolidated before the acquisition, and MMTI is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of Commerce Bank that will conduct business under the Nolan & Associates name. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Commerce Bancshares, Inc. is a regional bank holding company with $35.3 billion in assets as of June 30, 2026.
Commerce Bancshares IncCommerce Bank completed its acquisition of Nolan & Associates, adding investment banking capabilities and middle-market client reach.
Taishin Financial Holding Co LtdMiddle Market Transactions, Inc. was acquired by Commerce Bank and is now a wholly-owned subsidiary operating as Nolan & Associates.