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Banking Industry Outlook: Potential Surge in Banking Mergers and Acquisitions

JD Supra: Mergers

Mergers and acquisitions continue to be a critical strategy for banks aiming to bolster their market presence and operational efficiency. The United States has 4,500+ banks, 4,000+ credit unions, and a large number of Fintechs/other non-traditional financial institutions providing services to the U.S. By: Ankura

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Federal Reserve Proposes Revision to Bank Supervisory Ratings

JD Supra: Mergers

On July 10, 2025, the Federal Reserve unveiled a targeted proposal to recalibrate its supervisory rating framework for large bank holding companies, specifically revising the criteria for the coveted “well‑managed” status. By: Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

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Bank Merger and Acquisition Policy Changes: The Opportunity Is Now

JD Supra: Mergers

Banking agencies and the DOJ have signaled an openness to bank M&A where the combined institutions will enhance competition, customer benefits, technological innovation, and enterprise risk management. By: Jones Day

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Stay away from these two big U.S. banks as valuations grow stretched, Baird says

CNBC: Investing

banks as valuations grow stretched, Baird says Published Fri, Jun 27 2025 8:48 AM EDT Updated Fri, Jun 27 2025 12:08 PM EDT Sean Conlon @SeanAustin96 WATCH LIVE The recent rally in shares of JPMorgan and Bank of America may soon reverse, according to Baird. banks have outperformed the S & P 500 in 2025. " Both U.S.

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Top 3 Banking Secrets to Stay Relevant with Gen Z Consumers

Speaker: Brian Muse-McKenney, Chief Revenue Officer & Matt Simester, Cards and Payments Expert

In this new webinar, Brian Muse-McKenney of Episode Six and Matt Simester of Payments Consultancy Limited will explore the challenges regional and community banks have faced in implementing tailored credit card programs with flexible payment options as a tool to attract and retain the next generation of customers.

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Bank of America says buy these five stocks that are set to rally

CNBC: Investing

Boot Barn The Western-themed footwear company is firing on all cylinders, according to Bank of America. The firm said buy-rated companies like Nvidia have plenty of upside heading into summer. Analyst Christopher Nardone recently raised his price target on the stock to $192 per share from $173 citing a slew of positive catalysts ahead.

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FOCUS Investment Banking Named a Top 25 Lower Middle Market Investment Bank by Axial for Q2 2025

Focus Investment Banking

FOCUS Investment Banking Named a Top 5 Lower Middle Market Investment Bank by Axial for Q2 2025 Washington, DC, (July 25, 2025) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”) is proud to announce that it has been ranked the #2 investment bank on Axial’s Top 25 Lower Middle Market Investment Banks for the second quarter of 2025.