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UniCredit CEO vows to keep 2025 profit steady as he sets no-M&A payout goals

Andrea Orcel of UniCredit commits to steady profits and cautious expansion, with a tentative interest in Commerzbank and no plans for further acquisitions beyond value creation.

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European banks may find it tough to repeat strong end-of-year performance

European banks are projected to report higher Q4 profits, but face challenges from falling interest rates and competition from U.S. banks amid potential industry consolidation.

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Factbox-ECB sets 2025 SREP requirements for Italian banks

Italian banks reveal 2025 capital requirements set by the ECB's SREP, highlighting solvency measures necessary for compliance and overall banking challenges.

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UniCredit CEO says $10.5 billion Banco BPM bid is fair as offer becomes binding

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UniCredit's Orcel was plotting bid before Banco BPM forced hand, sources say

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UniCredit CEO told investors it has until March to improve Banco BPM bid

UniCredit is evaluating an improved bid for Banco BPM before March, as it navigates regulatory constraints and anticipates shareholder approval for new shares by April 10.

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Italy PM says to protect national interest in UniCredit-BPM tie-up

Italy's government will utilize special powers to block UniCredit's bid for Banco BPM if it threatens national interests amid plans to consolidate banking oversight.

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Unwelcome in Germany, UniCredit CEO zeroes in on Italy

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Italy denies report on decree to counter UniCredit's takeover bid for BPM

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Unwelcome in Germany, UniCredit CEO zeroes in on Italy