Our Curious Amalgam #237 Should We Bank on Changes? A Conversation About Bank Merger Policy
Sep 4, 2023
Damian Didden, Partner at Wachtell, joins the hosts to discuss the ongoing debate about bank consolidation and the DOJ Antitrust Division's approach to bank merger review. They explore the concerns raised by critics, the collaboration between bank regulators and the DOJ, and the need for updated merger guidelines that consider technological advancements and fintech companies.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Ongoing Debate Over Bank Consolidation
02:06 • 10min
Reviewing Bank Mergers: Tools, Policies, and Challenges
12:21 • 12min
Examining Bank Merger Guidelines and the Need for Updated Guidelines
24:33 • 3min
Anticipation and Uncertainty: Bank Merger Guidelines
27:54 • 4min