French stocks lead declines in Europe after Moody's downgrade, PMI data

French stocks dropped after Moody's downgrade, impacting banks and markets across Europe, while easing business activity signs failed to reassure investors amid economic concerns.

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

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

Credit Agricole could up Banco BPM stake in next 6 months, won't seek control, filing shows

Credit Agricole plans to raise its stake in Banco BPM above 15% but will not seek control or exceed 19.99%, as confirmed in a recent filing.

UniCredit says ready to sit down with Credit Agricole over Banco BPM

UniCredit is poised to negotiate with Credit Agricole after the latter raised its stake in Banco BPM. Concerns grow over potential shareholder value loss amid complex market dynamics.

Exclusive-Italy informally backed Credit Agricole's higher BPM stake, sources say

French bonds, stocks take a breather after government collapse but uncertainty remains

French bonds' risk premium fell after Barnier's ousting, raising bank stocks. With upcoming political uncertainty, Macron seeks a new prime minister to tackle budget issues amid market reactions.

European stocks rise as investors shrug off French political instability concerns

European stocks remain stable despite political turmoil in France, as investors expect new leadership while major companies experience mixed performance in the market.

France's CAC 40 finishes choppy session unchanged as investors brace for government collapse

French markets wracked by budget fears; Barnier warns of 'big storm'