VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-23
“We should always consider ways to increase franchise value, including M&A,”
Charlie Scharf · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-23
Scharf addressed the bank's openness to strategic acquisitions in a shareholder letter.
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