Amalgamation of Commercial Banks in Bangladesh: A Study on its Impact and Implications

Hasan, Amena (2023): Amalgamation of Commercial Banks in Bangladesh: A Study on its Impact and Implications. Forthcoming in: The Cost & Management , Vol. 2, No. 46 (10 May 2024): pp. 1-14.

Abstract

This research paper examines the recent amalgamation of commercial banks in Bangladesh, focusing on its impact and implications for the banking industry, economy, and stakeholders. The paper explores the reasons behind the increasing trend of bank mergers and acquisitions in Bangladesh, highlights the benefits and challenges associated with such consolidation, and provides recommendations for effective implementation of amalgamation strategies.

• Item Type: MPRA Paper
• Language: English
• Keywords: Banks, Amalgamation, Economy, Central Bank, Stakeholders
• Subjects: G - Financial Economics > G2 - Financial Institutions and Services > G21 - Banks ; Depository Institutions ; Micro Finance Institutions ; Mortgages; M - Business Administration and Business Economics ; Marketing ; Accounting ; Personnel Economics > M4 - Accounting and Auditing; M - Business Administration and Business Economics ; Marketing ; Accounting ; Personnel Economics > M4 - Accounting and Auditing > M42 - Auditing; M - Business Administration and Business Economics ; Marketing ; Accounting ; Personnel Economics > M4 - Accounting and Auditing > M48 - Government Policy and Regulation

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