What banks did Bank of America buy?

Written by Editorial Team | Last Updated: August 2026

Bank of America has absorbed numerous major financial institutions, specialized lenders, and investment brokerages through landmark corporate transactions. Its major historical acquisitions include FleetBoston Financial, credit card provider MBNA, LaSalle Bank Corporation, United States Trust Company (acquired from Charles Schwab), mortgage lender Countrywide Financial, and elite investment firm Merrill Lynch. These strategic multi-billion-dollar acquisitions significantly expanded the bank's national retail footprint, credit card portfolio, and global wealth management capabilities.

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