Several analysts predict an M&A wave in banking wealth management, which could further push stock valuations. Consolidation is expected to enhance technology adoption, client retention, and economies of scale, benefiting shareholder returns. Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) is eyeing to expand its US banking operations through the acquisition of "highly coveted" wealth-management firms, reported Bloomberg. About Northwest Bank Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Northwest Bancshares, Inc. is the bank holding company of Northwest Bank. Founded in 1896, Northwest Bank is a full-service financial institution offering a complete line of business and personal banking products, as well as employee benefits and wealth management services Global banking wealth management stocks see rising institutional interest, driven by portfolio rotation into financials. Increased ETF exposure to wealth management-heavy banks is boosting liquidity and potential price stability.