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Italian tycoon Caltagirone ready to raise stake in Anima to 9.9%, Corriere says

Published by Global Banking & Finance Review

Posted on December 11, 2024

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· Last updated: January 27, 2026

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The image depicts Italian tycoon Francesco Gaetano Caltagirone, who is set to increase his stake in Anima to 9.9%, highlighting his growing influence in the finance sector. This move is pivotal in the context of recent banking developments in Italy.

Caltagirone to Increase Anima Stake to 9.9%, Corriere Reports

MILAN (Reuters) - Italian tycoon Francesco Gaetano Caltagirone is set to raise its stake in asset manager Anima to 9.9%, daily il Corriere della Sera reported on Wednesday.

Caltagirone currently holds a 5.3% according to a recent Consob filing.

Caltagirone recently bought a stake in Banca Monte dei Paschi, backing a government plan to combine the Tuscan bank with rival Banco BPM.

(Reporting by Cristina Carlevaro, editing by Alvise Armellini)

Key Takeaways

  • Caltagirone plans to raise his stake in Anima to 9.9%.
  • He currently holds a 5.3% stake in Anima.
  • The move supports a merger plan involving Banco BPM.
  • Caltagirone recently invested in Banca Monte dei Paschi.
  • The news was reported by il Corriere della Sera.

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The article discusses Caltagirone's plan to increase his stake in Anima to 9.9% and its implications for a merger with Banco BPM.
Who is Francesco Gaetano Caltagirone?
Francesco Gaetano Caltagirone is an Italian tycoon known for his investments in various sectors, including banking and asset management.
What is Anima?
Anima is an asset management company in which Caltagirone plans to increase his stake to 9.9%.

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