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Flushing Financial FFIC plunges 8.94% as merger legal challenges intensify investor concerns

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Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 8:06 am ET1min read

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- Flushing Financial’s stock fell 8.94% pre-market on Dec. 31, 2025, amid growing investor concerns over its proposed merger with OceanFirst FinancialOCFC--.

- A law firm is investigating the merger’s fairness, questioning if the 0.85-share exchange ratio adequately values Flushing FinancialFFIC--.

- Regulatory approval remains pending, with shareholders advised to monitor legal challenges and potential regulatory hurdles.

Flushing Financial Corp. (FFIC) plunged 8.94% in pre-market trading on December 31, 2025, as investor concerns over its proposed merger with OceanFirstOCFC-- Financial intensified. The transaction offers Flushing shareholders 0.85 OceanFirst shares per share, sparking scrutiny over valuation adequacy and legal challenges.

A law firm has launched an investigation into the merger's fairness, evaluating whether the terms meet legal standards or potentially undervalue Flushing FinancialFFIC--. Shareholders are advised to monitor legal developments and regulatory approval timelines, as the deal remains pending final approvals.

Market skepticism persists due to the merger's uncertain legal and financial implications. Investors are urged to stay informed about potential regulatory hurdles and ongoing legal reviews before making further decisions on the stock.

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