Bank Buys, CUSO Acquisitions, and Mergers of Equals: The 2026 Acquisition Landscape with Mike Bell & Justin Gingerich
Summary
Mark Treichel hosts Mike Bell and Justin Gingrich of Honigman to discuss credit union acquisitions, noting that while bank buyouts face stiff competition from other banks, branch deals remain active. They highlight emerging trends like large credit unions acquiring mature CUSOs and the surge in major credit union-to-credit union mergers. The guests explain how regulatory expertise and strategic planning are driving these complex deals forward despite NCUA staffing challenges.
Topics discussed
Introduction and sponsor message
Guest introductions and bios from Hodigman
Current state of credit union bank acquisitions
Impact of Washington state tax law on acquisitions
Branch deals and other business acquisitions
Trend of acquiring mature CUSOs for non-organic growth
How acquisition deals are sourced and negotiated
Rise of large credit union mergers of equals
NCUA regulatory perspective and staffing changes
Summary of trends and closing remarks
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