First Horizon Corp
mutually agreed to terminate their merger agreement. Several other bank names are also under pressure.
What Happened: First Horizon and TD Bank entered into a mutual agreement to terminate their previously announced merger due to uncertainty surrounding regulatory approvals.
Under terms of the agreement, TD will make a $200 million cash payment to First Horizon in addition to a $25 million reimbursement fee pursuant to the merger agreement.
What Else Is Going On: Several other bank stocks are facing heavy selling pressure Thursday after PacWest Bancorp
PacWest said it has been approached by several potential partners and investors recently and discussions are ongoing.
The news comes just days after JPMorgan Chase & Co
Some regional banks stocks trading lower include Western Alliance Bancorp
Selling pressure has also spread to names like Bank Of America Corp