Commerce Bancshares: Valuation, Not Quality, Is The Problem

Commerce Bancshares remains a 'hold' as valuation remains rich despite operational strength and recent FineMark Holdings acquisition. Key near-term catalyst is Q1 2026 results, with revenue expected to rise materially, driven largely by the FineMark merger. Outstanding asset quality: CBSH boasts a 1.73% return on assets and 14.7% return on equity, surpassing most peers.