Magazine : Archives : 1st Quarter 2019
1st Quarter 2019
Will Banks Draw a Bust Card on the Economy?
Jack Milligan, editor-at-large for Bank Director
Banks have a tough choice to make as they consider whether the U.S. economy’s near-record expansion is drawing to a close.
Features
The Artistry of a Dealmaker
A powerful case can be made that Mick Blodnick is the greatest bank acquirer of the modern era.
How to Train a New Director
Most new directors face a steep learning curve when they join a bank board, but there are resources available that can help.
Growth Through Digital Banking, Not M&A
Superregional banks see digital banking as a cheaper and easier way to enter new markets.
Don’t Hold Your Breath for the Next M&A Wave
The 2019 Bank M&A Survey finds a more positive operating environment could have an adverse impact on dealmaking.