BancFirst Corporation announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Spirit BankCorp and its subsidiary, SpiritBank, a privately held community bank headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
SpiritBank has approximately $939.6 million in total assets, $618.4 million in loans, and $847.2 million in deposits. The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.
Following the completion of the deal, SpiritBank will continue to operate under its current name until it is merged into BancFirst. Customers are expected to receive additional information in the coming months to facilitate the transition.
The acquisition will expand BancFirst’s presence in Oklahoma, including strengthening its position in the Tulsa market and adding the communities of Bristow and Sapulpa to its network.
BancFirst Corporation is an Oklahoma-based financial services holding company with approximately $15 billion in assets as of March 31, 2026. Through its principal subsidiary, BancFirst, headquartered in Oklahoma City, the company provides a range of banking services across the state. BancFirst was ranked among Forbes’ America’s Best Banks of 2026 and was the highest-rated bank in Oklahoma.
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“Oklahoma is our home and we are excited to bring two outstanding communities, Bristow and Sapulpa, into our family. Expanding our Tulsa base is equally valuable.”
David Harlow, CEO of BancFirst Corporation
“We had choices for partners and chose BancFirst because they reflect our own customer and community commitment. This transaction will be a win-win for everyone.”
Rick Harper, President & CEO of Spirit
