Commerzbank CEO in Interview: "A little external pressure is not bad at all"
Bettina Orlopp, the CEO of Commerzbank, discusses the bank's current situation amid a takeover battle with Unicredit and asserts the bank's confidence in managing its affairs independently.
Takeover Battle: Starting Sunday, Unicredit Can More Easily Acquire Commerzbank
Unicredit is now permitted to use its own shares for acquiring additional shares in Commerzbank starting February 22, raising the stakes in their ongoing takeover battle.
Poker for the Commerzbank: "Unicredit holds almost all the cards"
Speculation surrounding a potential acquisition of Commerzbank by Unicredit continues despite positive financial forecasts for 2025.
Frankfurt DAX Company: Commerzbank Remains Under Pressure
Despite reporting strong numbers for 2025, Commerzbank continues to face pressure regarding its independence amid acquisition speculation.
Commerzbank: Under Siege – Is There No End in Sight?
The CEO of Commerzbank, Bettina Orlopp, faces questions about the potential acquisition by Italian Unicredit amidst stock volatility.
Unicredit, Orcel towards the 2nd term 'I would be enthusiastic'
Andrea Orcel, the CEO of UniCredit, expressed enthusiasm for a potential second term in a recent Bloomberg TV interview.
Rain of money for shareholders: Commerzbank significantly increases the dividend
Commerzbank has announced a significant increase in its dividend, raising it from 65 cents to 1.10 euros per share, alongside a new share buyback program.
Outlook: The Heads of the Year 2026
The article introduces eight personalities expected to be significant in 2026, including Bettina Orlopp, a defender of Commerzbank, with a notable annual meeting scheduled for May 20.
ECB Expert Interview: Why the ECB Is Committed to the Digital Euro Despite Resistance
In an interview, ECB representative Patrick Papsdorf explains the central bank's commitment to the digital euro amidst calls for its halt from Commerzbank's chief economist Jörg Krämer, with a pilot launch planned for 2027.