Shares of Commerzbank AG experienced a rise of approximately 3% during morning trading in Germany following the announcement by Italian banking group UniCredit SpA that it has increased its ownership stake in the German lender to approximately 28%.
According to UniCredit's statement, the group has engaged in new financial instruments associated with Commerzbank shares, aligning with their previously stated objective to achieve a 29.9% stake. Additionally, UniCredit has filed the necessary regulatory documents to acquire a stake surpassing 10% in Commerzbank, with the potential to reach up to 29.9%. The authorization process has now commenced, with ongoing interactions with the relevant authorities.
Currently, UniCredit holds an overall position amounting to about 28%, comprising a direct stake of 9.5% and approximately 18.5% through derivative instruments. In early September, with the intention of acquiring Commerzbank, UniCredit obtained an equity stake of around 9%, including a 4.49% share purchased from the German Government.
By late September, UniCredit had acquired roughly 11.5% more shares, bringing its total stake in Commerzbank to around 21%. This positioned UniCredit as the largest shareholder in Commerzbank, surpassing the holdings of the German government.
UniCredit has stated that the average entry price for its entire position is below current market trading values. The company added, "This move reinforces UniCredit's view that significant value lies within Commerzbank that needs to be realized. It underscores our confidence in Germany, its businesses, and communities, alongside the pivotal role of a robust banking sector in driving Germany's economic progress. At this point, the position remains purely an investment and does not impact the public exchange offer with Banco BPM."
As reported on XETRA, Commerzbank shares were priced at 15.84 euros, reflecting a 3% increase. Meanwhile, in Milan, UniCredit shares were trading at 38.60 euros, marking a 1% rise.
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According to UniCredit's statement, the group has engaged in new financial instruments associated with Commerzbank shares, aligning with their previously stated objective to achieve a 29.9% stake. Additionally, UniCredit has filed the necessary regulatory documents to acquire a stake surpassing 10% in Commerzbank, with the potential to reach up to 29.9%. The authorization process has now commenced, with ongoing interactions with the relevant authorities.
Currently, UniCredit holds an overall position amounting to about 28%, comprising a direct stake of 9.5% and approximately 18.5% through derivative instruments. In early September, with the intention of acquiring Commerzbank, UniCredit obtained an equity stake of around 9%, including a 4.49% share purchased from the German Government.
By late September, UniCredit had acquired roughly 11.5% more shares, bringing its total stake in Commerzbank to around 21%. This positioned UniCredit as the largest shareholder in Commerzbank, surpassing the holdings of the German government.
UniCredit has stated that the average entry price for its entire position is below current market trading values. The company added, "This move reinforces UniCredit's view that significant value lies within Commerzbank that needs to be realized. It underscores our confidence in Germany, its businesses, and communities, alongside the pivotal role of a robust banking sector in driving Germany's economic progress. At this point, the position remains purely an investment and does not impact the public exchange offer with Banco BPM."
As reported on XETRA, Commerzbank shares were priced at 15.84 euros, reflecting a 3% increase. Meanwhile, in Milan, UniCredit shares were trading at 38.60 euros, marking a 1% rise.
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