Episode 247: M&A update for 3Q 2024 and bank merger review

This episode examines several articles from S&P Global (subscription required). First, we go through an update on 3Q 2024 M&A activity. How are bank deals trending? What is the aggregate deal value looking like? How does the current market compare to the last four years? Second, we look at a recently announced merger between ACNB and Traditions Bancorp in Pennsylvania. We look at the merger process as the deal goes from letter of intent to competitive bid, to initial offer, through further negotiations, and then reaches culmination. In addition, we consider the third parties involved in the transaction, which include lawyers and investment bankers.