Midterms Could Spur Bank M&A Activity As Trump Administration Enters Back Half

What happened: Advisers say US midterm elections are likely to indirectly drive bank M&A deals by reminding participants that the current administration is entering its final two years. The outcome of the elections will not change the situation. Why it matters: Advisers expect the approaching end of the administration's term to encourage bank M&A activity, though the election results themselves are not seen as the driver.

Advisers say US midterm elections are likely to indirectly drive bank M&A deals by reminding participants that the current administration is entering its final two years. The outcome of the elections will not change the situation.

Advisers expect the approaching end of the administration's term to encourage bank M&A activity, though the election results themselves are not seen as the driver.