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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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How Germany could finance higher defense spending

Germany struggles to meet NATO defense spending targets due to low economic growth and budget constraints. Analysts suggest the need for structural reforms to finance increased defense spending sustainably.

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Any Commerzbank takeover by UniCredit not subject to investment screening, German government source says

Germany will not impose investment screening on a potential takeover of Commerzbank by UniCredit, regardless of the bank's critical infrastructure status.

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Germany rejects UniCredit's latest Commerzbank stake hike in strongest rebuke yet

Germany rejects UniCredit's bid to increase its stake in Commerzbank, labeling it uncoordinated and hostile before elections, raising tensions amid ongoing takeover concerns.

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UniCredit increases stake in Commerzbank, nears mandatory bid threshold

UniCredit increases its stake in Commerzbank to 28%, approaching the takeover threshold, amid merger talks and political challenges from the German government.

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Morning Bid: Markets edgy as Fed awaited

Wall Street remains cautious ahead of the Fed's interest rate decision, amidst mixed market performances, high Treasury yields, and central bank tightening signals worldwide.

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UniCredit raises stake in Commerzbank to 28%

UniCredit has increased its stake in Commerzbank to 28% and seeks ECB approval for 29.9%. The bank is also pursuing a takeover of Banco Bpm SpA.

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Renault supports European shares ahead of Fed rate outcome

European stocks slightly rise, led by Renault amid potential mergers, while caution prevails ahead of the Fed's rate decision. UK inflation and corporate developments also influence markets.

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

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Germany stocks higher at close of trade; DAX up 0.67%

Germany's stock market gained, led by strong performances in DAX and MDAX sectors, with notable highs for Siemens Energy, Aurubis, and Tui, amidst declining commodities prices.