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Germany considers selling Commerzbank stake to UniCredit
High-ranking German government officials are reportedly open to discussing the sale of the state's 12.7% stake in Commerzbank to the Italian banking group UniCredit. This potential move marks a significant shift from previous political resistance to the takeover attempt.
Any such transaction is reportedly contingent upon the two financial institutions reaching a common strategic agreement regarding the future of the combined banking group. While this is not yet an official government position, some officials believe a sale could be acceptable if it ensures a fair price and provides sufficient guarantees for Commerzbank's future stability.
If the German government proceeds with the sale, UniCredit's ownership in Commerzbank could rise from just under 50% to more than 60%. UniCredit CEO Andrea Orcel has expressed confidence in the possibility of assuming control of the German lender by the end of the fourth quarter of the year.
Entities
Andrea Orcel · Commerzbank · Friedrich Merz · German government · UniCredit
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] UniCredit CEO Andrea Orcel expressed confidence in potentially taking control of Commerzbank by the end of the fourth quarter. sapo.pt
- [● 7 SOURCES] The German government currently holds a 12.7% stake in Commerzbank. financije.hr · www.money.it · www.notizie.it · www.diepresse.com · www.cash.ch · +2 more
- [● 2 SOURCES] A sale of the state stake could increase UniCredit's ownership in Commerzbank to over 60%. www.money.it · www.notizie.it
- [● 7 SOURCES] The sale is conditional on the two banks reaching a common strategic agreement. financije.hr · www.money.it · www.notizie.it · www.diepresse.com · www.cash.ch · +2 more
- [● 7 SOURCES] High-ranking German government officials are reportedly open to discussing the sale of the state's 12.7% stake in Commerzbank to UniCredit. financije.hr · www.money.it · www.notizie.it · www.diepresse.com · www.cash.ch · +2 more