The document discusses mergers and acquisitions (M&A) of banks and financial institutions (BFIs) in Nepal. It provides background on the increasing number of BFIs in Nepal leading to requirements for mergers. It describes different types of mergers and defines mergers and acquisitions. The document outlines reasons for and benefits of M&A as well as impacts in the Nepalese context. It discusses the merger process and history of BFI mergers in Nepal, including details of the merger between Machhapuchchhre Bank and Standard Finance.