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.

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.

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.

Italy's BPM asks market watchdog to protect stakeholders after UniCredit bid

Banco BPM seeks protective measures from Consob against UniCredit's bid, arguing it undervalues the bank. They criticize the premium figures and discuss strategic responses to the situation.

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.

Italy stocks higher at close of trade; Investing.com Italy 40 up 1.57%

Italy's stock market rose 1.57% with notable gains in Financials and Telecoms; crude oil prices fell, while the Euro strengthened against the US dollar.

Unwelcome in Germany, UniCredit CEO zeroes in on Italy

Banco BPM rebuffs UniCredit bid, saying it undervalues bank

Morning bid: Treasuries rally on Bessent pick, dollar retreats

UniCredit launches €10.1 bln takeover bid for Banco BPM