JOURNAL ARTICLE

Bank mergers: New or just accelerating?

  • Published In: BizWest, 2026, v. 45, n. 1. P. 12 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Amundson, Ken 3 of 3

Abstract

The article explores how consolidation in Colorado's banking sector has accelerated, highlighting major mergers such as PNC's acquisition of FirstBank and explaining why the number of in-state banks has fallen sharply over two decades. Topics include rising technology and compliance costs, the role of regulators in speeding approvals, and how mergers reshape competition and community banking across Colorado.

Additional Information

  • Source:BizWest. 2026/01, Vol. 45, Issue 1, p12
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Business and Management
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:2334-5721
  • Accession Number:190814412

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