Bank M&A activity continues to face significant headwinds amid regulatory
uncertainty, volatile markets, and rising interest rates. Additionally, with a
review of the bank merger framework underway at DOJ and the federal
banking agencies, a regulatory framework that has governed deals since
1995 may soon be subject to significant changes. Nevertheless, demand for
M&A persists, as banks seek to achieve scale, expand product offerings, and
maximize stakeholder value. In this session, panelists will focus on current
trends and issues impacting the M&A landscape and offer insights into
navigating M&A processes and the regulatory environment in 2024.