First Trust Advisors Increases Stake in Commerce Bancshares

Investment firm adds over 286,000 shares to its holdings in the Missouri-based financial services provider.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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First Trust Advisors LP has increased its ownership stake in Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:CBSH) by 20.1%, adding 286,502 shares during the third quarter. The institutional investor now holds 1,711,478 shares, or 1.28% of the financial services provider's outstanding stock, valued at $102,278,000 as of the end of the reporting period.

Why it matters

The increase in First Trust Advisors' position in Commerce Bancshares suggests the investment firm sees value and growth potential in the regional bank, which has a strong presence in the Midwest. Commerce Bancshares provides a range of commercial and consumer banking, treasury management, trust, and mortgage lending services.

The details

According to the regulatory filing, First Trust Advisors purchased an additional 286,502 shares of Commerce Bancshares during the third quarter, bringing its total holdings to 1,711,478 shares. This represents a 20.1% increase in the firm's position. Commerce Bancshares has a market capitalization of $7.4 billion and its stock is currently trading around $50 per share.

  • First Trust Advisors increased its stake in Commerce Bancshares during the 3rd quarter of 2026.

The players

First Trust Advisors LP

An investment management firm that provides a variety of financial products and services, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, and institutional separate accounts.

Commerce Bancshares, Inc.

A regional bank holding company that provides commercial and consumer banking, treasury management, trust, and mortgage lending services primarily in the Midwest region of the United States.

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The takeaway

The increase in First Trust Advisors' stake in Commerce Bancshares suggests the investment firm sees long-term value in the regional bank's business model and growth prospects, even as the broader banking industry faces economic headwinds.