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UniCredit to pursue Banco BPM deal only on right terms, CEO says

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Posted on March 27, 2025

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· Last updated: January 24, 2026

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UniCredit to pursue Banco BPM deal only on right terms, CEO says

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UniCredit Considers Banco BPM Acquisition on Right Terms

MILAN (Reuters) - UniCredit will only proceed with a proposed buyout of rival Banco BPM at the right terms, and can easily return to a “very positive, if not extraordinary” standalone path, its chief executive Andrea Orcel said on Thursday.

(Reporting by Valentina Za, editing by Alvise Armellini)

Key Takeaways

UniCredit is interested in acquiring Banco BPM.
The deal will proceed only under favorable terms.
CEO Andrea Orcel highlights potential for standalone success.
The acquisition is part of UniCredit's strategic plans.
The announcement was made in Milan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?

The main topic is UniCredit's potential acquisition of Banco BPM under favorable terms as stated by CEO Andrea Orcel.

What are UniCredit's conditions for the deal?

UniCredit will proceed with the Banco BPM acquisition only if the terms are favorable, according to CEO Andrea Orcel.

What did Andrea Orcel say about UniCredit's strategy?

Andrea Orcel mentioned that UniCredit can return to a positive standalone path if the acquisition doesn't proceed.

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