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Could Italy’s UniCredit reignite European banking?

Behind the Money

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UniCredit's Ambitious Stake in Commerzbank

This chapter explores UniCredit's acquisition of a 9% stake in Commerzbank and the potential for further ownership, impacting the European banking sector. Analysts assess the implications of a possible merger, emphasizing the need for larger banks to compete on an international level and finance massive infrastructure projects. The discussion also highlights conflicting positions among European governments regarding cross-border mergers, revealing the complexities of national interests in banking expansion.

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