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CEO Slams FDIC's Controversial Merger Policy Reversal

5/21/2025

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Dennis Kelleher, CEO of Better Markets, fiercely condemned the FDIC's decision to scrap the 2024 merger policy, labeling it a politically charged move that jeopardizes consumer welfare. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a policy that prioritizes community needs and financial stability, while also criticizing the FDIC Board for its unbalanced representation.

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Dennis Kelleher, CEO of Better Markets, fiercely condemned the FDIC's decision to scrap the 2024 merger policy, labeling it a politically charged move that jeopardizes consumer welfare. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a policy that prioritizes community needs and financial stability, while also criticizing the FDIC Board for its unbalanced representation.