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🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Marta Farrés (PSC), mayor of Sabadell: "The left must act without complexes in security policy"

Marta Farrés, the mayor of Sabadell, argues that the left should confidently guarantee citizen security while engaging in integration policies.

Feb 23 • 01:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Banco Sabadell distributed 1.8 million to its president and 4.8 million to the CEO in the year of the takeover bid

Banco Sabadell's president and CEO received significantly different compensations in a year marked by a hostile takeover bid.

Feb 20 • 17:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

BBVA will raise 60% more debt this year after the takeover halt

BBVA is set to increase its debt issuance by 60% this year following the suspension of its takeover bid for Sabadell.

Feb 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

BBVA allocated more than 1 billion to advertising during the two years of the takeover bid for Sabadell

BBVA spent over 1 billion euros on advertising during its failed takeover bid for Banco Sabadell.

Feb 18 • 04:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Torres earned 14.75% more at BBVA in 2025 despite the failure of the takeover bid for Sabadell

In 2025, Carlos Torres, the president of BBVA, earned a salary of 9.1 million euros, representing a 14.75% increase from the previous year, even after the failure of a major takeover bid.

Feb 13 • 16:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The president of Banco Sabadell warns that 'leftist' policies have worsened access to housing

The president of Banco Sabadell, Josep Oliu, claims that leftist policies have aggravated the housing access issue in Spain, calling for a complete re-evaluation of such measures.

Feb 11 • 10:12 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

González-Bueno, after announcing his departure from Sabadell, predicts that the bank will enter into mergers in the long term

César González-Bueno has announced his resignation from Banco Sabadell, forecasting that the bank will pursue mergers in the future due to a loss of commercial momentum during the takeover bid.

Feb 6 • 23:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

González-Bueno, on his replacement at the helm of Banco Sabadell: "I took the initiative"

César González-Bueno revealed that he took the initiative regarding his replacement at Banco Sabadell, surprising Josep Oliu, though they eventually agreed on his successor's name.

Feb 6 • 16:22 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

González-Bueno (Banco Sabadell): "My departure decision was a surprise, and that was the objective"

César González-Bueno, the CEO of Banco Sabadell, expressed that his unexpected departure was intended to eliminate periods of organizational uncertainty.

Feb 6 • 12:28 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Banco Sabadell reduces its profit by 2.8% in 2025, earning 1.775 billion euros

Banco Sabadell reported a net profit of 1.775 billion euros for 2025, down 2.8% from 2024, while also announcing a share buyback of 800 million euros and a change in its CEO.

Feb 6 • 07:48 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Banco Sabadell reports a 2.8% drop in profit to 1.775 billion in the year of the takeover bid

Banco Sabadell has experienced a 2.8% decline in profit to 1.775 billion euros due to a failed takeover bid by BBVA, as new CEO Marc Armengol faces the challenge of recovering margins and boosting commercial activity.

Feb 6 • 07:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Banco Sabadell earns 1.775 billion euros, 2.8% less, in the year it battled BBVA's takeover bid

Banco Sabadell reported a net profit of 1.775 billion euros for 2025, a decrease of 2.8% from 2024, although underlying profits showed a 3.4% increase when excluding extraordinary items from the previous year.

Feb 6 • 06:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Banco Sabadell closes 2025 accounts with a profit of 1.775 billion, the rescued takeover bid, and seeking to gain more customers in Spain

Banco Sabadell reported a net profit of 1.775 billion euros for 2025 and announced an 800 million euro share buyback plan while aiming to attract more customers in Spain after successfully navigating a hostile takeover bid.

Feb 6 • 06:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

How Banco Sabadell changes CEO: million-dollar compensation for González-Bueno, promotion for Marc Armengol, and consolation prize for Ventura

Banco Sabadell announced a significant leadership change with Marc Armengol appointed CEO, following a successful battle against BBVA, while César González-Bueno receives substantial compensation.

Feb 5 • 21:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Sabadell Entrusts Itself to Marc Armengol, a Familiar Face Eager to Take Action

Marc Armengol is appointed as the new CEO of Banco Sabadell, taking charge during a period of positive momentum for the bank after overcoming a hostile takeover attempt by BBVA.

Feb 5 • 19:40 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

César González-Bueno leaves Banco Sabadell and Marc Armengol will be the new CEO

César González-Bueno has stepped down as CEO of Banco Sabadell, with Marc Armengol set to take over following a failed takeover bid by BBVA.

Feb 5 • 17:34 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

César González-Bueno ceases to be CEO of Banco Sabadell and is replaced by Marc Armengol, former CEO of TSB

César González-Bueno has stepped down as CEO of Banco Sabadell, with Marc Armengol, the former CEO of TSB, appointed as his successor by the bank's board.

Feb 5 • 17:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Banco Sabadell replaces César González-Bueno as CEO of Sabadell

Banco Sabadell's Board of Directors has approved the replacement of César González-Bueno as CEO, with Marc Armengol Dulcet expected to take over in May.

Feb 5 • 17:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Banco Sabadell replaces César González-Bueno and appoints Marc Armengol as new CEO

Banco Sabadell has replaced CEO César González-Bueno with Marc Armengol amid a transformation following BBVA's hostile takeover bid.

Feb 5 • 17:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

BBVA sets a new profit record in 2025 at 10.511 billion and raises dividend by 30%

BBVA achieved a record profit of 10.511 billion euros in 2025, increasing its dividend by 30% despite challenges from the takeover bid for Banco Sabadell.

Feb 5 • 06:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Puigdemont seeks a 'white knight' for Barcelona after Orriols surpassed him: probing economist Sala i Martin and former CEO of Sabadell, Jaume Guardiola

Carles Puigdemont is looking for a 'white knight' candidate for the mayoralty of Barcelona, having noticed Sílvia Orriols' growing influence in Catalonian independence politics.

Jan 5 • 01:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The banking sector returns to square one of mergers in the year of the Sabadell takeover failure

The BBVA faces a critical need to strengthen its presence in Europe following the unsuccessful hostile takeover attempt of Sabadell, marking a significant year in Spanish banking history.

Jan 1 • 04:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

How 2025 Has Been: Euphoria for Artificial Intelligence, Sabadell Resists, and the ECB Hits the Brakes

The economic year ends with record highs for the Ibex, maximum employment in Spain, a worsening housing crisis, and elevated political uncertainty.

Dec 30 • 04:45 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Insurance without surprises: the bet of Sabadell and Zurich to retain their customers

Banco Sabadell and Zurich are advancing their strategic alliance aimed at offering new services and gaining market access through their joint venture.

Dec 30 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Sabadell: New Year Full of Expectations in the Market

Sabadell is projected to increase by 78% in 2025, with analysts highlighting its growth potential and attractive dividend following the failed hostile takeover attempt by BBVA.

Dec 28 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

The storm in Catalonia leaves a woman in critical condition in Sabadell and a man missing in Gavà

A severe storm in Barcelona has left a woman critically injured after a streetlight fell on her in Sabadell, while a man has gone missing while windsurfing in Gavà.

Dec 27 • 19:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

A woman in critical condition after being hit by a lamppost due to the wind in Sabadell

A woman is in critical condition after being struck by a lamppost in Sabadell, Barcelona, caused by strong winds, and has been taken to the hospital.

Dec 27 • 16:12 UTC

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