Texas Banc Financial Corp. Agrees to Acquire Haskell Bancshares

TexasBank will absorb Haskell National Bank, expanding its footprint across West Texas.

Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Banking

Vector editorial illustration of two cream and rust low-rise buildings on open prairie, one drawing toward the other along a narrow walkway. — Texas Banc Financial Corp. has agreed to acquire Haskell Bancshares, with Haskell National Bank merging into its TexasBank subsidiary across West Texas. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Texas Banc Financial Corp., the holding company of TexasBank, signed a definitive agreement to acquire Haskell Bancshares, Inc., the holding company of Haskell National Bank. Under the deal, Haskell National Bank will merge into TexasBank.

Why it matters

The transaction consolidates two regional banks serving West Texas communities into a single institution. The combined organization says it will expand financial solutions, treasury management, and digital banking capabilities for customers.

The agreement was signed on November 2, 2026, and the transaction is expected to close later this year or early next year. Closing remains subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals and customary conditions.

The players

TexasBank

TexasBank is the banking subsidiary of Texas Banc Financial Corp., serving customers across Texas.

Haskell National Bank

Haskell National Bank is a community bank serving the Haskell area of West Texas, and it will merge into TexasBank under the agreement.

Greg Dodds

Greg Dodds is the President and CEO of TexasBank, leading the institution through the proposed acquisition.

Robert Howard

Robert Howard is the CEO of Haskell National Bank, overseeing the institution being absorbed in the transaction.

The details

Texas Banc Financial Corp. will acquire Haskell Bancshares, Inc. under the signed agreement, with Haskell National Bank merging into TexasBank as part of the transaction. The combined organization plans to invest in local economies across Haskell, Abilene, and surrounding areas.

November 2, 2026: Definitive acquisition agreement announced.
Later this year or early next year: Expected closing of the transaction.

Market Landscape

The agreement reflects ongoing consolidation among community bank holding companies in Texas as regional institutions seek scale. Smaller banks like Haskell National Bank are increasingly folding into larger regional groups that can offer broader treasury and digital banking services.

Customers of both banks should expect their accounts to transition to TexasBank once the merger closes, though terms have not been detailed. Residents of Haskell, Abilene, and surrounding areas may see expanded digital banking and treasury services after the deal is complete.

The takeaway

Bank customers in consolidating markets should review account terms when a merger is announced, since service and fee structures often change at closing. Watching for regulatory approval timelines can help clarify when those changes will take effect.