Recent News

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Central Bancompany Inc. Named one of “America’s Best Banks” by Forbes

April 17, 2023 (Jefferson City, Mo.) – Central Bancompany Inc. is pleased to announce it has been included on Forbes’ “America’s Best Banks” list , ranking 33rd in 2023. Additionally, Central Bancompany is proud to rank among the top banks located in Missouri for several years in a row. This recognition reflects the bank’s stability and consistent performance over the years. (read more...)

Central Bank Named “Best Customer Service Bank” by Newsweek

April 14, 2023 (Jefferson City, Mo.) – Central Bank, as part of Central Bancompany Inc., is pleased to announce it has been named “Best Customer Service Bank” by Newsweek . The bank is grateful for this honor and appreciates the recognition of its efforts to provide high-quality banking services to its customers (read more...)

Central Bancompany provides mid-quarter update in response to recent industry events

In light of recent industry events, we want to update you on our financial strength. As you might expect, Central Bank has held true to its conservative community banking model that has allowed us to flourish for 120 years, including the currently volatile environment. (read more...)

Central Bank announces new location in Naples, Florida

One of Forbes Magazine’s “Best Banks in America” is now operating in Naples as a full-service financial institution providing traditional banking services, mortgage loans, commercial and personal loans, private banking, investment management, and trust services. (read more...)

Forbes recognizes Central Bancompany 2022

For the 13th straight year, Central Bancompany Inc. has been recognized in the top 25 on Forbes’ list of “America’s Best Banks” and continues, for several years in a row, to be the top-ranked bank on the list located in the state of Missouri. (read more...)

Central Bank Partners with Autobooks to Elevate Business Solutions

October 19, 2021 (Jefferson City, MO) - The Central Trust Bank as elected to embed Autobooks, the emerging leader in embedded invoicing and payment acceptance... (read more...)

Central Bancompany Names Piyush Agarwal as Chief Financial Officer

Jefferson City, MO - Central Bancompany is pleased to welcome Piyush Agarwal as its CFO. (read more...)

Forbes Magazine Names Central Bancompany, Inc. as Fourth Best Bank in America

Central Bancompany is proud to report that for 2021, it has been ranked by Forbes Magazine as the fourth best bank in America. (read more...)

Central Bancompany, Inc., and Platte Valley Bank Announce Definitive Merger Agreement

Jefferson City, MO – Central Bancompany, Inc., (“Central”) has entered into a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which it will acquire Platte Valley Bank of Missouri. Under the terms of the merger agreement, Platte Valley Bank will be merged into Central Bancompany’s affiliate bank, Central Bank of the Midwest, headquartered in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, subject to the receipt of all required state and federal regulatory approvals, the approval of Platte Valley Bank’s shareholders and the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. (read more...)

Forbes recognizes Central Bancompany 2020

Central Bancompany is proud to be ranked for the 12th consecutive year on Forbes Magazine’s list of “America’s Best Banks.” The annual review of the nation’s 100 largest financial institutions ranked Central Bancompany as the 17th best bank in the nation for 2020. (read more...)

Central Bancompany, Inc, and Liberty Bancorp, Inc. Announce Definitive Merger Agreement

Jefferson City, MO – Central Bancompany, Inc., (“Central”) has entered into a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which it will acquire Liberty Bancorp, Inc. (OTC-Pink:LBCP) (“Liberty”), the holding company for BankLiberty. Under the terms of the merger agreement, BankLiberty will also be merged into Central Bancompany’s affiliate bank, Central Bank of the Midwest, headquartered in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, subject to the receipt of all required state and federal regulatory approvals, the approval of Liberty’s shareholders and the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. (read more...)

Central Bancompany Purchases Bank Star One

State and federal regulatory agencies have approved Central Bancompany's purchase of Bank Star One in Callaway, Camden and Miller Counties. Bank Star One, a subsidiary of St. Louis based BancStar Inc., possesses four retail locations located in Fulton, New Bloomfield, Osage Beach and Lake Ozark, with over 85 million in assets. (read more...)

Six Money Tips for Family Caregivers - Central Bank Celebrates National Family Caregiver Month

According to the Caregiver Action Network, more than 90 million Americans care for a loved one living with a disability, disease or experiencing reduced financial capability as a result of aging. Financial caregivers, such as those with a power of attorney, trustee or a federal benefits fiduciary, play an important role in ensuring that all finances - from routine to complex - are managed wisely, helping their loved ones maintain the best quality of life possible. In recognition of National Family Caregiver Month, Central Bank is helping financial caregivers better understand their role. (read more...)

Central Bank Introduces Samsung Pay

Central Bank is pleased to announce it now supports Samsung Pay, providing Samsung Galaxy smartphone owners with a simple, secure mobile payment option for their Central Bank Debit or Credit Cards. Central Bank joins over 500 banks and credit unions nationwide that support Samsung Pay, representing over 80 percent of the country’s credit card and debit market. (read more...)

Central Bank Launches Quick Balance

With the Central Bank Mobile App, users now have the ability to view their latest activity and transactions without logging into the mobile app. Quick Balance supports all checking, savings, health savings, loan accounts, and credit cards. (read more...)