2026 Bank M&A Survey

Improved Pricing Brings Sellers to the Table

Patrick Vernon
| 11/24/2025

Bank Director’s 2026 Bank M&A Survey, sponsored by Crowe, reveals that improved pricing expectations are playing a pivotal role in reigniting interest among bank boards and executives considering a sale.

In the evolving economic landscape of U.S. bank mergers and acquisitions, recent data shows a shift that is drawing previously hesitant sellers back into the deal-making arena. This renewed interest could mark a turning point in what has been a measured and cautious M&A market in recent years.

This article was originally published on Bank Director, Nov. 17, 2025.

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