Regulatory Approval Granted for Berkshire Hills Bancorp and Brookline Bancorp Merger

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Updated: Aug 25 2025

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Merger Announcement: Berkshire Hills Bancorp and Brookline Bancorp have received regulatory approvals to merge and form Beacon Financial Corporation.
Closing Date: The merger is expected to close on September 1, pending customary closing conditions.
Company Size: The new entity will be a $24 billion regional banking franchise with over 145 branch offices in the Northeast.
Stockholder Approval: Stockholders of both banks approved the merger proposals during meetings held on May 21.

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Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.