Episode Details

This episode examines Bank Director’s 2026 Bank M&A Survey. Bank Director found that “the gap between buyers’ and sellers’ pricing expectations may be closing as potential acquirers look for ways to add low-cost deposits.” Some of the key findings revolve around boardroom discussions, angling for a better price, mixed plans on subordinated debt, organic growth drivers, limited interest in Crypto, and optimism on the economy. Links to the Bank Director article and the survey are included below. 

Link:  2026 Bank M&A Survey: Improved Pricing Brings Sellers to the Table | Bank Director

Link: MA-Report-2026-Open.pdf