Northeast
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Webster Financial and Santander Forge $12.3 Billion Merger
Banco Santander will acquire Webster Financial for $12.3 billion, creating a U.S. banking leader. The deal significantly boosts Santander’s Northeast presence, making it a top-five deposit holder in the region. Webster’s leadership will integrate into Santander’s U.S. operations, with the transaction expected to close in late 2026.
