Issues : Bank M&A
How to Account for Deposits in an Acquisition
Banks should be cautious when valuing core deposit intangibles, says Crowe Horwath’s Rick Childs.
Buying a Bank? 10 Key Compliance Due Diligence Considerations
Crowe Horwath LLP’s Paul Osborne raises 10 questions banks should ask before buying.
Taxes and M&A: Five Things to Think About
When considering a merger or acquisition, it’s critical to review not just the target’s tax situation but the potential resulting tax situation of the acquirer.
Strategic Mergers: An Alternative in a Challenging M&A Market
Low valuations are leading some banks to consider strategic mergers. Here’s what to consider in such a deal.
A Checklist for Buyers and Sellers
Molly Curl, a bank regulatory national advisory partner at Grant Thornton LLP, lays out the key considerations in an M&A transaction for both buyers and sellers.
How to Find the Perfect Match and Make it Successful
Daniel Bass of FBR Capital Markets & Co., talks about how to go about acquiring fee-based businesses.
Will Your Target’s Tax Attributes Survive the Acquisition?
While many tax attributes may be attractive to potential acquirers or investors, the application of Internal Revenue Code (IRC) section 382 may significantly reduce the benefit of these attributes.
How to Raise Capital in a Difficult Market: What Investors are Looking For
A banker who successfully raised more than $400 million in the equity markets talks about how to get it done.
Waiting for M&A, and waiting…
The results of an email survey conducted by Bank Director and Crowe Horwath LLP shows the market for bank deals isn’t likely to change any time soon.
From Asia: M&A Transactions on the Rise
Asian banks aren’t much interested in the U.S. market. But they are interested in Asia.