Nineteen bank mergers worth a combined $985.5 million were announced in the United States through Feb. 28, marking an increase from the same period in 2024, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.

One of the most notable deals in February was Seacoast Banking Corp. of Florida’s planned acquisition of Heartland Bancshares Inc. for $109.7 million. Announced on Feb. 27, the deal represents Seacoast’s fifth-largest bank acquisition among 16 transactions since 2014, according to S&P Global data.

Overall, merger activity has picked up in 2025 compared to the previous year. By the end of February 2024, 21 bank deals had been announced, totaling $653.8 million in value. This year’s larger deal volume signals renewed interest in consolidation among regional and community banks.

Texas was a focal point for bank mergers in February, with two transactions involving institutions headquartered in the state. Lone Star Capital Bank NA and Rio Bank announced their plans to merge on Feb. 20. Once finalized, the combined bank is expected to hold approximately $1.4 billion in assets.

Meanwhile, on Feb. 25, Old Second Bancorp Inc. disclosed a $196.5 million agreement to acquire Bancorp Financial Inc., making it the third-largest bank merger announced so far in 2025.

The pace of bank mergers remains strong as institutions seek to expand market share and streamline operations amid shifting economic conditions.

S&P Global Market Intelligence provided the data for this report.