UniCredito hunts takeover prey
Article Abstract:
UniCredito Italiano SpA is speeding up its plans to become a player in the European market. The company is being pressured by the series of mergers that are taking place in Europe. UniCredito is seeking acquisition opportunities in the European market even as it incorporates its merger with three local savings banks in 1998. The company has also set several ambitious financial goals as part of its three-year financial plan.
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Speeding up its plans to establish a presence in the European market
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 1999
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Bank-merger speculation sweeps Italy, forcing UniCredito response
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UniCredito Italiano SpA was forced to respond to rumors that it was proposing a takeover attempt for Banca Commerciale Italiana SpA (BCI). A UniCredito spokesperson stated that the bank was not currently engaged in a possible takeover bid for Banca Commerciale. The rumors caused BCI's stock value to increase 8.6% to 6.93 euros ($7.55). on March 10, 1999.
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UniCredito forced to respond to rumors that it was proposing takeover attempt for bank
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 1999
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