- Aug 18
German officials weigh sale of 12.7% Commerzbank stake to UniCredit
Senior German officials are open to selling the government's 5.6 billion euro holding in Commerzbank if UniCredit secures management backing and protects domestic lending.
- Jul 23
UniCredit beats profit forecasts, raises 2026 outlook, and signals Commerzbank control by year-end
UniCredit posted better-than-expected second-quarter earnings and raised its 2026 profit forecast, as CEO Andrea Orcel signalled the Italian bank is moving to take full control of Commerzbank by year-end.
- Jul 8
UniCredit stake in Commerzbank hits 47.6% after tender offer, nearing majority control
UniCredit's stake in Commerzbank has risen to 47.6% after shareholders tendered 17.6% of the German bank's capital in the Italian lender's takeover offer, moving CEO Andrea Orcel closer to majority control.
- Jun 19
UniCredit lifts Commerzbank stake to 42.5% after initial offer, opens additional acceptance period until July 3
The Italian bank secured 12.51% of Commerzbank shares in its public exchange offer, bringing total direct and potential holdings above the 30% threshold. A two-week supplementary acceptance window opens on June 20, with final numbers due July 8.
