M&T Bank US Stock Price, News & Analysis

M&T Bank Corporation (NYSE: MTB) and People's United Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: PBCT) have announced the extension of their merger agreement from February 21, 2022, to June 1, 2022. The merger has already received necessary approvals from the New York and Connecticut financial regulatory bodies, with the final approval pending from the Federal Reserve. Once finalized, the merger aims to enhance service delivery across significant banking markets in the U.S. and includes M&T's commitment of $43 billion toward a community growth plan.

M&T Bank Corporation (NYSE: MTB) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.20 per share on its common stock. The dividend is set to be paid on March 31, 2022, to shareholders recorded by the close of business on February 28, 2022. This announcement reflects the company's ongoing commitment to returning value to shareholders through regular dividends.

M&T Bank (NYSE: MTB) has announced its initiative to reduce overdraft-related fees to enhance customer financial management. The bank will eliminate non-sufficient funds fees and overdraft protection charges, reducing overdraft fees to $15 and limiting daily fee assessments to once. These changes, effective in Q2 2022, aim to improve financial wellness and provide better banking options to customers during challenging times. M&T Bank emphasizes its commitment to customer needs by expanding services like MyWay Banking and M&T Alerts for better account management.

On January 26, 2022, M&T Bank announced the retirement of William J. Farrell II, the executive vice president and head of Institutional Client Services, effective May 2022. Jennifer Warren has been appointed as his successor, bringing over 25 years of experience in financial services. Under Farrell, the ICS business has expanded significantly, doubling since the acquisition of Wilmington Trust. Farrell's leadership was pivotal in integrating Wilmington Trust into M&T. Warren will work closely with Farrell for a smooth transition, positioning the bank for continued growth and enhanced service delivery.

M&T Bank Corporation (MTB) reported Q4 2021 earnings, with diluted EPS of $3.37, down 4% year-over-year. Net income was $458 million, reflecting a decrease from $471 million in Q4 2020. For the full year, diluted EPS rose 39% to $13.80, and net income improved to $1.86 billion. Noninterest income totaled $579 million, up 5% from Q4 2020, while noninterest expenses increased to $928 million. The Common Equity Tier 1 ratio strengthened to 11.4%. M&T remains poised for its acquisition of People's United Financial, expecting to strategically deploy capital despite rising interest rates.

M&T Bank (NYSE: MTB) announced the designation of an additional 100 branches as multicultural centers to enhance financial services in diverse communities across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. This initiative expands its multicultural bank branches from 19 to 118, providing services in customers' preferred languages and employing local bankers. The move aligns with the growing racial and ethnic diversity in the U.S. and aims to meet evolving community needs. M&T also introduced digital tools in multiple languages and updated its ATM network to better serve non-English speakers.

M&T Realty Capital Corporation has announced the appointment of Michael Edelman as President, effective immediately. Edelman, previously Group Vice President, will oversee external customer and capital relationships, focusing on partnerships with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. With over 25 years in lending and a history at Freddie Mac, where he managed a loan portfolio exceeding $30 billion, Edelman aims to expand the FHA and Life Co-Placement platforms. His leadership is expected to bolster M&T RCC's integration with M&T Bank.

M&T Bank has appointed Eric Feldstein as the new Regional President for Western New York, effective March 2022. Feldstein transitions from Shelley Drake, who is retiring after 50 years with the bank. Known for his leadership during the Paycheck Protection Program, which provided $9.9 billion to over 58,000 businesses, Feldstein is expected to enhance community engagement across the region. M&T operates nearly 66 branches and employs close to 8,000 staff in Western New York, highlighting its commitment to local economies.