Unicredit receives ECB approval to increase stake in Commerzbank
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Unicredit, Commerzbank, European Central Bank (ECB)
Germany, Italy
October 2026
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The ECB has approved Unicredit's request to exceed a 30% stake in Commerzbank. Unicredit plans to increase its stake to approximately 50% by the end of the year. The move is a significant step toward a potential merger between the two banks.
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