Czech Republic pursues sale of banks
Article Abstract:
The Czech government is finally holding talks with Erste Bank of Austria regarding the sale of the Czech Republic's leading retail banks, Cask Sporitelna and Komercni Banka.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2000
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Komercni Banka sale moves a step closer to completion
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The article discusses the Komercni Banka sale and how it is moving closer to completion. The final two bidders for the bank are Unicredito Italiano SpA and Societe Generale S.A.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2001
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Societe Generale wins bid to buy Komercni
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Societe Generale SA has been chosen by the Czech government to acquire a majority share in Komercni Banka. Societe Generale will acquire the 60% share for 40 billion korunas (1.18 billion euros).
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2001
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