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Exclusive-Germany's finance minister underscores concern over Commerzbank takeover approach to Italy, say sources
By Yahoo! Finance |
2 days ago
Germany's finance minister expressed concerns to Italy's Treasury about a hostile takeover of Commerzbank by UniCredit. Berlin is working to halt the takeover, crucial for financing Mittelstand firms....
Commerzbank, UniCredit to meet virtually early on Friday, source says
By Reuters |
2 days ago
By Tom SimsFRANKFURT (Reuters) -A meeting between Commerzbank and UniCredit bankers on Friday will be held virtually in the morning, a person with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters.The meeti...
German govt rules out increasing Commerzbank stake again, says lawmaker
By Yahoo! Finance |
4 days ago
Germany has decided against raising its stake in Commerzbank in the Unicredit takeover conflict, as confirmed by lawmaker Michael Schrodi. The long-term possibility remains uncertain....
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UniCredit ups stake in Commerzbank to 21 percent
By Yahoo! Finance | 6 days agoUniCredit has increased its stake in Commerzbank to 21%, potentially signaling a takeover bid. It aims to raise its stake to 29.9% and has the option to retain, sell, or increase its shareholding base...
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Commerzbank shares fall 3% as German government retains stake
By Reuters | 6 days agoFRANKFURT (Reuters) - Shares of Commerzbank traded 3.1% lower on Monday after the government said that it would retain its 12% stake in the German bank for now in a move that will likely keep any ...
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Germany Halts Commerzbank Share Sales to Block Any UniCredit Bid
By Yahoo! Finance | 1 week agoGermany halts further sale of Commerzbank shares, signaling resistance to UniCredit takeover. UniCredit CEO Orcel's purchase of a 9% stake raised concerns in Berlin. Government wants Commerzbank to re...
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Commerzbank Reverse Takeover Option Could Address Some Issues -- Market Talk
By MarketWatch | 1 week agoRBC Capital Markets suggests that a reverse takeover of Commerzbank by UniCredit's HypoVereinsbank could benefit both banks, with UniCredit becoming the largest shareholder. Analysts see this as a pot...
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Explainer-ECB's role in any UniCredit and Commerzbank combination
By Yahoo! Finance | 1 week agoUniCredit has acquired a 9% stake in Commerzbank with plans to potentially increase it to 29.9% and consider a full takeover. ECB approval is needed for any stake over 10%, with examination criteria i...
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Analysis-UniCredit's Orcel takes aim at Europe's banking borders with Commerzbank bet
By Yahoo! Finance | 1 week agoAndrea Orcel, CEO of UniCredit, aims to break Europe's resistance to cross-border banking mergers. Despite hurdles, including political and regulatory barriers, UniCredit's ambition for a combined gro...
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Exclusive-Commerzbank poised to put CFO Orlopp in charge of talks with UniCredit, sources say
By Yahoo! Finance | 1 week agoCommerzbank is set to appoint CFO Bettina Orlopp to lead talks with UniCredit for a potential merger. The decision will be made during a meeting near Frankfurt next week. Commerzbank's management is a...
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UniCredit, Commerzbank merger could add shareholder value, Orcel tells paper
By Reuters | 1 week agoBERLIN (Reuters) -A merger of UniCredit and Commerzbank could add value for all stakeholders and create a stronger bank, UniCredit CEO Andrea Orcel told a German newspaper on Monday, adding a decision...
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Unicredit, Commerzbank merger would add value for all stakeholders, Orcel tells paper
By Reuters | 1 week agoBERLIN (Reuters) -A merger of Italy's Unicredit and Germany's Commerzbank could add value for all stakeholders and create a much stronger competitor in the German banking market, Unicredit CEO Andrea...
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Unicredit, Commerzbank merger would add value for all stakeholders, Orcel tells Handelsblatt
By Yahoo! Finance | 1 week agoUnicredit CEO Andrea Orcel believes a merger with Commerzbank would benefit all stakeholders and create a stronger competitor in the German banking market. Unicredit recently acquired a 9% stake in Co...
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Unicredit and German government talk after Commerzbank stake purchase, source says
By Yahoo! Finance | 2 weeks agoGerman government officials and UniCredit bankers are in talks after UniCredit bought a 9% stake in Commerzbank, sparking discussions about a possible acquisition. UniCredit CEO expressed interest in ...
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Commerzbank AG (CBK.DE) Stock Price, News, Quote & History
By Yahoo! Finance | 2 weeks agoUniCredit's CEO, Andrea Orcel, believes their stake in Commerzbank could lead to a potential tie-up. The investment creates value, and a merger could enhance this value, as larger European banks are n...