The inquiry focuses on the board’s negotiation process and the specific terms of the deal, including potential barriers to alternative bids. Investigators are particularly concerned with substantial change-of-control benefits granted to insiders, as well as significant termination penalties that could effectively discourage superior offers from competing buyers.

Capital Bancorp shareholders are being urged to review their rights regarding the merger. The firm is evaluating whether the board of directors fulfilled its fiduciary duties during the approval process. Interested investors may contact Guri Ademi to discuss the investigation, which remains ongoing with no direct obligation or cost to current stockholders.