Fifth Third Successfully Completes Comerica Acquisition in Record Time, Sets Sights on Regional Expansion
ByAinvest
Tuesday, Feb 3, 2026 3:26 pm ET1min read
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Fifth Third Bancorp has acquired Comerica in under four months, increasing its total assets by over 35%. The deal was the largest bank merger announced in 2025 and the largest to close so far in 2026. Fifth Third will now integrate Comerica's commercial footprint in regions such as Texas to boost its retail business and market share. The acquisition signals faster merger timelines as the Trump administration eases up on regulatory scrutiny and further affirmation that banks are seeking scale to compete.
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