Tuesday Topic: Why Financials Are Key to Securing M&A Approvals

A rebound in bank stocks is driving optimism for bank M&A (recent performance notwithstanding). Having clear and comprehensive financial statements is key to securing regulatory approvals for deals, according to this article. It highlights several suggestions for compiling pro formas for regulatory applications, including incorporating regulatory capital ratios and any dividends to be issued by the target company.

Any additional thoughts or suggestions? Do you anticipate the M&A market thawing in the coming months?

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Rob Blackwell
Chief Content Officer and Head of External Affairs
IntraFi
Arlington, VA
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