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UniCredit has secured approvals from the European Central Bank and the Bank of Italy to acquire Banco BPM, enabling direct control over the bank and its affiliates. The €14bn all-share bid, launched in November 2024, aims to strengthen UniCredit's competitive position in Italy's recovering banking sector. The final step awaits the Italian securities regulator's review of the offer document submitted on December 13, 2024.
European banks, including UniCredit and Commerzbank, assert their readiness to finance the defence sector, countering claims of structural barriers. They emphasize the need for government clarity on defence spending to enhance access to finance for smaller companies, while acknowledging challenges posed by ESG concerns. As competition with US banks intensifies, European lenders aim to support local defence players and adapt to emerging technologies in the industry.
The Swiss National Bank (SNB) has cautiously intervened in the foreign exchange market, purchasing around 100 million CHF in the fourth quarter and a total of 1.2 billion CHF last year to weaken the franc. Despite its willingness to act more decisively, the SNB remains wary of the risks associated with a large balance sheet and potential tariffs under the current U.S. administration. With the EUR/CHF rate rising, the SNB appears more comfortable with the franc's position than in the previous year.
The Reserve Bank of Australia has maintained its cash rate at 4.1%, prioritizing the return of inflation to its 2-3% target amid economic uncertainties. Concerns over a tight labor market and potential global trade conflicts could impact inflation and economic stability. Analysts anticipate a possible rate adjustment in May, depending on labor market developments.
Italian inflation surged in March, while German inflation dipped slightly. Marine Le Pen was convicted of embezzling EU funds, facing prison and a five-year election ban, raising concerns about France's governance. The ECB may keep interest rates steady in April, influencing the euro's strength.
Commerzbank AG has announced plans to stabilize a EUR 3 billion bond issuance by Kreditanstalt fuer Wiederaufbau (KfW), guaranteed by the German government. The bond, maturing in January 2035, will be supported by Commerzbank, Barclays Bank, DZ Bank, and UBS, with stabilization efforts set to begin on April 1, 2025, lasting up to 30 days.
Commerzbank is set to coordinate the stabilization of Aareal Bank’s EUR benchmark bond. The performance metrics provided are based on backtested results, which do not guarantee future outcomes and are subject to various assumptions that may not hold true in actual trading scenarios. These results are illustrative and may differ significantly from real-world performance due to market factors and trading conditions.
Many former Credit Suisse employees are leaving UBS due to a lack of belonging and recent layoffs, seeking unconventional new roles. Dirk Hentschel has joined Commerzbank as a managing director in London, where he will encounter familiar faces amid a hostile takeover attempt by UniCredit, led by ex-UBS executive Andrea Orcel.
Commerzbank has raised its USD/TRY forecast to 42 by the end of 2025 and 46 by 2026, citing escalating political tensions in Türkiye, particularly a corruption probe involving Istanbul's mayor. The Turkish lira recently fell over 12% amid market instability, prompting central bank interventions. Analyst Tatha Ghose warned that ongoing political strife could lead to further depreciation of the lira, exacerbating inflation and straining international relations.
Commerzbank has successfully completed a securities transaction test utilizing blockchain technology. This initiative marks a significant step in the integration of digital solutions within the financial sector, showcasing the potential for enhanced efficiency and security in transactions.
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