The Bank Merger Wave: The Economic Causes and Social Consequences of Financial Consolidation: The Economic Causes and Social Consequences of Financial Consolidation

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This far-reaching study shows that operating efficiencies are not what are driving today's unrelenting bank merger mania. It suggests that bank mergers and consolidation may have e ffects that are contrary to consumer and non-financial business interests, such as lower rates of interest, increasing fees, and tighter credit constraints. Dymski recommends several new policies to apply to the evaluation of prospective mergers. Show more