The Rising Tide of Credit Unions Purchasing Community Banks

The banking industry is starting to take notice of the recent trend of credit unions buying banks. While it’s still a small number compared to M&A activity overall, it’s a hot enough topic to warrant coverage at recent conferences and industry media.

A credit union purchasing a bank is a complex deal. With the help of firms Wilary Winn and Winthrop & Weinstine, we created a white paper to provide credit unions and community banks with the information they need to ensure both buyer and seller are making informed decisions.

Topics covered include:

1. Strategic considerations from the perspective of the buyer and the seller
2. Tax consequences
3. Legal and regulatory issues