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THE ANATOMY OF A MERGER OF EQUALS

Frank Cicero describes the structure and benefits of a true merger of equals transaction.

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  • Article | M&A
  • May 18th, 2011

With few growth opportunities, Ameris Bancorp went on a shopping spree

Two bankers share their experiences with FDIC-Assisted deals as a way to grow their financial institutions.

  • Article | Technology
  • May 16th, 2011

In search of the next great customer experience

The growing love affair with mobile devices is transforming the way people manage their finances. So how can banks use mobile banking to improve their customers' experience?

  • Article | M&A
  • May 13th, 2011

It's not over 'til it's over

Michael Sher, managing director of RSM McGladrey, discusses where FDIC-assisted deals go from here, and what mistakes bankers make when buying failed banks.

  • Article | M&A
  • May 4th, 2011

Opportunity knocks, but there are drawbacks

Hundreds of banks, most of them small, community organizations, likely will fail in the years to come but there's still the opportunity for bankers to buy troubled institutions and grow balance sheets...

  • Article | Strategy
  • April 29th, 2011

Four Degrees of Separation

What traits separate the best CEOs from the rest, and an overview of the central tenants of the Wells Way.