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2026 banking and capital markets M&A outlook Dbriefs webcast

April 16 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm EDT
Key takeaways
After several cautious years, banking and capital markets M&A activity began to reawaken in the second half of 2025 as regulatory uncertainty eased and deal conversations returned to the market. As institutions look ahead to 2026, how might banks and financial firms use improved capital clarity and strategic flexibility to pursue growth through M&A? We’ll discuss:
Practical considerations for institutions as payments modernization, digital assets, and artificial intelligence shape targeted transaction strategies
Key trends shaping the 2026 banking and capital markets M&A outlook
Strategic drivers expected to influence dealmaking




