The Missouri Banker is a bimonthly magazine from the Missouri Bankers Association that focuses on the issues affecting the Missouri banking community. Comments about the magazine, including potential articles and promotional opportunities, should be directed to Lori Bruce

 

 

 

March/April 2026

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Cover Story
Should We Stay or Should We Go?
As M&A activity increases, banks assess value of buying versus selling

Commentary

From our Chairman: Bank Mergers & Acquisitions — Oh My!
From our President and CEO: AI Potential Poses Questions About Relationship Banking 
American Bankers Association Perspective: Fighting on in 2026

Department News
Government Relations: What to Watch When Missouri Heads to the Polls
Legal: MBA Presents Federal Reserve With Proposal to Deter Check Fraud 
Compliance: Be Aware of Postal Service Changes to Service Standards

Next Generation in Banking
NextGen Shares Views During Day at the Capitol 

Views from Washington, D.C.
2026 ABA Washington Summit 

Guest Commentary
AI-Powered M&A: What Bankers Need to Know Now
Credit Union Acquisitions Threaten Banks, Survey Says
Before the Tumbleweeds Blow In

Around the State
2026 Target Banker Visits
2026 MBA School of Banking
Beyond Banking: Area Youth Benefit Corp., BTC Bank, Bethany
Achievements

2026 Issues

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