UniCredit gets to 20% equity stake in Commerzbank after derivatives conversion
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 08 2025
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Source: Yahoo Finance
UniCredit's Stake in Commerzbank: UniCredit has increased its stake in Commerzbank to approximately 29% by converting derivatives into shares, despite opposition from the German government regarding a full takeover.
Future Plans and Discussions: CEO Andrea Orcel is advocating for a merger between Commerzbank and UniCredit's German unit HVB, while also expressing willingness to maintain the investment or sell it, depending on discussions with German authorities.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
