Commerce Bancshares (CBSH) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for April 24, 2026, at 9:30 A.M. Central Time, to be held virtually.

• Shareholders can access proxy materials and vote online or request paper copies.

• Board recommends voting FOR all director nominees, auditor ratification, and executive compensation.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of four directors to the 2029 Class: Blackford F. Brauer, W. Kyle Chapman, Karen L. Daniel, and David W. Kemper.

• Ratification of KPMG LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026.

• Advisory approval of executive compensation (Say on Pay) included.

• Other business may be transacted as appropriate.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board recommends a vote FOR each director nominee listed in Proposal 1.