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ECB Moves Closer to Clearing UniCredit’s €43bn Commerzbank Takeover

247A preliminary supervisory assessment reportedly finds no reason to object to the Italian bank’s bid. It is not final approval, and German concerns have shifted towards governance, integration and execution. The European Central Bank is moving closer to …

ECB sees no grounds to block UniCredit-Commerzbank deal

FRANKFURT, Germany: The European Central Bank is leaning toward approving UniCredit's proposed takeover of Germany's Commerzbank, according to an internal document outlining the regulator's preliminary assessment of the deal. The document, seen …

ECB leans toward approving UniCredit’s €43 billion Commerzbank takeover bid

An internal document found 'no grounds to object' to the deal, though the regulator flagged execution risks and cultural clashes ahead of its formal review Europe’s banking regulator appears ready to greenlight one of the continent’s largest cross- …

Major banking merger in Europe

August 13, 2026 | 7:28 AMAugust 13, 2026 | 7:28 AM0 Shafaqna English- An internal document from the European Central Bank indicates that the institution is inclined to approve the acquisition of German Commerzbank by Italian UniCredit, with the latter …

Italian companies step up their push into Germany

Italian companies are deepening their footprint in Germany, with more than 100 acquisitions and commercial deals worth €17.8 billion since 2023. UniCredit dominates the numbers, but the push spans media, industry, transport and infrastructure, pointing to …

Commerzbank Almost Doubles Q2 2026 Net Profit As UniCredit Grip Tightens

Among the details, Germany's second-largest bank said it plans a €1.2 billion share buyback and aims to return total capital of about €3.2 billion this year. Commerzbank, which is getting closer to being taken over by Italy’s UniCredit, today posted a …

UniCredit, Commerzbank CEOs briefly spoke but did not start merger talks, source says

FRANKFURT, Aug 6 (Reuters) – The CEOs of UniCredit and Commerzbank briefly ​met on the ‌sidelines of a private event after the Italian bank secured 48% of ‌its ​German rival ⁠in a takeover ⁠bid, but their exchange did not mark the start of any ​negotiation …

Commerzbank profit surges as UniCredit circles

Commerzbank profit surges as UniCredit circles FRANKFURT, Germany, Aug 6, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Germany's Commerzbank said Thursday that its net profit nearly doubled in the second quarter, as its Italian rival UniCredit nears the possible completion of …

Commerzbank posts 94% quarterly profit gain as UniCredit talks begin; Wall Street bonuses set to rise

Commerzbank, which is edging closer to a takeover by Italy’s UniCredit, has reported a second-quarter net profit of €898mn, up 94 per cent from a year earlier and ahead of analyst forecasts. The record performance was helped by strong commission income and …

Commerzbank in talks with UniCredit, CEO says

Germany's Commerzbank has begun talks with UniCredit over a possible takeover by the Italian lender, it said today after better than expected quarterly results, adding that a common approach by the banks can create value. The two-year battle for …

UniCredit Taps Accenture and IBM for European Banking Tech Upgrade

Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Switzerland News once a month in your Inbox UniCredit is modernising its banking technology infrastructure across 13 European markets through a new partnership with Accenture and IBM. The agreement includes Accenture …

Commerzbank, facing possible UniCredit takeover, posts 94% profit gain

LME Aluminum Stockpiles Sink to Lowest Level Since 1990

Norwegian aluminum producer Norsk Hydro's Alunorte plant in Brazil, one of the world's largest alumina refineries, reduced output by 50% following disruptions to natural gas availability. Bloomberg reports that disruptions to NatGas availability at …

IBM (IBM) Stock: Edges Higher as UniCredit Partnership Targets AI Banking Growth

TLDR IBM shares rise as UniCredit launches a major European banking tech overhaul. Accenture will acquire IBM’s majority stake in UniCredit’s infrastructure venture. IBM will supply mainframe, software and consulting for core banking upgrades. The …

UniCredit, Accenture and IBM Collaborate to Build Europe's Next-Generation Banking Platform

The partnership will establish a new technology operating model combining the resilience of mission-critical systems with the flexibility of cloud, data and artificial intelligence. UniCredit, one of Europe's leading pan-European banking groups, …

Accenture Buys IBM Stake in UniCredit JV to Lead Pan-European Banking Overhaul

UniCredit announced on Friday morning that Accenture will acquire IBM's majority stake in the joint venture that has managed a substantial portion of the Italian bank's technology infrastructure for more than a decade — converting IBM from equity …

Commerzbank to resume talks with UniCredit in potential pan-European deal

By Tom Sims and Valentina Za FRANKFURT, July 31 (Reuters) - Commerzbank's CEO Bettina Orlopp has told employees that there will be further talks with UniCredit about a potential tie-up as the Italian lender nears control in its €45 billion ($51.80 …

UniCredit, Accenture and IBM Collaborate to Build Europe’s Next-Generation Banking Platform

UniCredit, one of Europe's leading pan-European banking groups, Accenture and IBM have announced a long-term strategic collaboration that establishes the technology foundation supporting UniCredit's growth across the thirteen European markets in …

World's Largest Alumina Refinery Outside China Abruptly Halves Output On NatGas Disruption

Norwegian aluminum producer Norsk Hydro's Alunorte plant in Brazil, one of the world's largest alumina refineries, reduced output by 50% following disruptions to natural gas availability. Bloomberg reports that disruptions to NatGas availability at …

RunMyJob Becomes RunJob, Bringing Spike Instances™ to European CI

RunJob brings Spike Instances™ with load-based billing to GitHub Actions and GitLab CI on independently operated European infrastructure. TALLINN, ESTONIA, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RunMyJob today announced its new name, RunJob, and …

Beyond Hiring: How to Build a Remote Team That Actually Performs

ABAYEWA helps businesses find qualified talent, build managed remote teams, and deliver defined projects. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The marketing manager was excellent in interviews. She had built …

ORA Land Launches BluBay with Suryakumar Yadav as Brand Ambassador

MANAMA, BAHRAIN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With infrastructure reshaping India’s financial capital, a new real estate investment story is unfolding for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) living across the GCC. As …

ORNL FCU Selects Kobalt Labs to Modernize Risk and Compliance Operations

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kobalt Labs, the AI-native risk and compliance platform for financial institutions, today announced that ORNL Federal Credit Union has selected Kobalt to modernize its vendor management …

Aspire Systems Named Finalist in ISG Software Innovation Awards 2026 for its AI-Powered Insurance Transformation

Recognized for helping insurers unlock measurable value through AI-driven transformation across Claims, Underwriting, PAS Modernization, and Operations OAK BROOK, IL, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Aspire Systems, a global …

The Philippines’ FSI heavyweights to compete for the industry’s most prestigious titles at WFIS Awards 2026

WFIS Awards 2026 celebrates the Philippines’ top FSI leaders and innovators, recognising excellence across 10 prestigious industry categories. MANILA, METRO MANILA, PHILIPPINES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wake of breakthrough …

ResourceCap Expands Data Coverage and Scales Platform for Commodities, Metals, and Mining Stocks

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ResourceCap announced an expansion of its data coverage and platform infrastructure to support growing demand for real-time information on commodities, precious metals, and mining …

Petroleum Carriers LLC, Selects Gravitate TMS for Dispatch and Integrations

A Virginia carrier serving fuel retailers across the mid-Atlantic selects Gravitate TMS, joining a growing carrier network on the platform. RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gravitate, the fuel supply chain …

LaPour Announces the JW Marriott Downtown Phoenix, Capitalizing on Downtown’s Next Phase of Growth

Office Conversion Repositions Arizona Center Asset to Meet Rising Demand for Luxury Hospitality in One of the Nation’s Fastest-Growing Urban Markets PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Downtown Phoenix continues …

Limitless Sky to Award 10 Reserve Signature Memberships to Private Jet Customers Booking in August

Private jet travellers who book during August will be eligible for one of 10 complimentary Reserve Signature earned-status memberships. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Limitless Sky, the private aviation …

Approved 8 Lot Subdiv w/Significant Completed Approvals in The Plains VA set for Auction Announces Nicholls Auction Mktg

Rare opportunity to acquire an approved 8-lot subdivision where significant due diligence has been completed set for auction announces Nicholls Auction Mktg. FREDERICKSBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nicholls …

Phio Pharmaceuticals Secures U.S. Notice of Allowance for INTASYL Compound PH-894 Targeting BRD4 Protein

PH-894 protection for chemical structure, genetic sequencing and broad application for proliferative and infectious diseases in U.S. Phio Pharmaceuticals Corp. (NASDAQ:PHIO) KING OF PRUSSIA, PA, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩…

Intunity Celebrates Opening of First Custom-Built Home for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Innovative 1,700-square-foot home brings accessible, technology-enabled housing to Memphis and marks a milestone for local nonprofit MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Intunity, a Memphis-based nonprofit dedicated …

Inclusive Capital Collective Announces Advancement of Trauma-Informed Finance™ at Obama Presidential Center

Selected for the 2026 Pay It Forward Summit, Najaah Yasmine Daniels will present Trauma-Informed Finance™ ahead of the Sept 1 release of the newest Black Paper. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Inclusive …

Collective 54 Members to Build Their 2027 Operating Plans With AI at The Reunion

At its fourth annual Reunion in the Fort Worth Stockyards, founders of boutique professional services firms will build their 2027 operating plans using AI. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Collective 54, the …

L40° Advises Chilean AI Company Elipse.ai on Acquisition by Runtime Enterprises

Runtime’s first investment in Latin America comes as North American software buyers increasingly look to the region for technology acquisition opportunities MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- L40°, a cross-border M&A …

BrandQuantum earns seven G2 Summer 2026 badges as brand consistency becomes critical in the AI era

BrandOffice and BrandMail recognition provides independent customer evidence for BrandQuantum’s Brand Trust Framework™. AIKEN, SC, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BrandQuantum today announced that BrandOffice and BrandMail have …

Drummond Certifies Six AS4 Products in 2026 Test Event

DURHAM, NC, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Drummond Group, LLC, the trusted provider of interoperability and security testing for B2B and B2G software, announced today the successful completion of its 2026 AS4 …

NATP Launches Accredited Individual Tax Professional Credentials Through Center for Professional Excellence

APPLETON, WI, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Association of Tax Professionals today announced the launch of two individual tax credentials through the NATP Center for Professional Excellence: Accredited Individual Tax …

Prialto Makes the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies for Sixth Year in a Row

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prialto, a leading provider of managed subscription staffing and virtual assistant services, is proud to announce its inclusion in the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing …