Dory A. Wiley is president and CEO of Commerce Street Holdings, LLC, the holding company for Commerce Street Capital, LLC, and Commerce Street Investment Management, LLC.
Obstacles to M&A in 2024
Bank M&A could rebound in 2024, but acquirers will have to overcome certain obstacles for deals to come to fruition.
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The pace of bank M&A is poised to accelerate in 2024, with continued funding struggles likely compelling some banks to sell. But some obstacles — such as acquirers’ stock valuations and regulatory approvals — could hinder dealmaking. Dory Wiley, CEO of Commerce Street Capital, says the banks that will be best positioned to navigate 2024’s challenges will have sufficient tangible capital at the holding company.
Topics discussed include:
- Balance Sheet Considerations
- Credit Quality
- Non-Traditional M&A