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Though there were several high-profile mergers of equals among bigger banks, deal activity rose only slightly, and the vast majority of transactions involved the smallest of institutions. Here's an overview of those trends and others that stood out in bank dealmaking last year.
January 5 -
While digital channels are becoming more popular, many banks remain committed to highway advertising.
December 5 -
The company will pay nearly $33 million for Tomah Bancshares to boost its operations in Wisconsin's Monroe County.
November 22 -
Delinquencies also remained at "historical low levels" through Sept. 30, according to the state's financial regulator.
November 19 -
The Wisconsin-based institution has returned more than $11.7 million to members over the past six years.
November 14 -
The program will be called Bucks for Buckeyes and will be offered in partnership with the Minnesota Credit Union Network.
October 30 -
The acquisition of Farmers & Merchants Bank created a bank with more than $200 million in assets.
October 15 -
One Wisconsin credit union's foray into a community of just 2,500 people has been a success, and it could be a template for other institutions to follow.
October 15 -
The West Bend, Wis.-based institution's new chief executive has been with the credit union for more than 15 years.
October 3 -
Other banks have made splashy acquisitions there, but PSB Holdings is getting ready to open a branch after making inroads in the market for three years. Its next step could be M&A.
September 6