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European bank shares fall as bond yields surge, spreads widen

Shares in Societe Generale, Deutsche Bank, UniCredit and Intesa Sanpaolo were among the worst performers, all down more than 4%.

Italy's Intesa raises MPS takeover offer price and warns it could drop bid

Italian takeover rules require Lovaglio to secure shareholder backing before advancing the counter plan he unveiled in August.

UBS forecasts double digit earnings growth for European lenders through 2028

Although global investors already hold substantial positions, they remain reluctant to significantly increase overall exposure for now.

Deutsche Bank Named World’s Best Bank for Foreign Exchange by Euromoney

In awarding the top honour, the judging panel emphasised that scale alone does not define leadership in today's landscape.

Nordic Investment Bank chooses Origo One, reinforcing the Riga Central Business District as an international financial hub

Its central location provides excellent access to both business infrastructure and major transport connections, making it an ideal choice for forward-looking organisations.

The next phase of UK M&A: confidence translating into activity

This strong activity follows on the back of a busy end to last year, with completed M&A having reached over £65 billion* in the fourth quarter of 2025.

French bank Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank opens Amsterdam office

The Asmterdam office will focus on serving Dutch clients as well as international companies with operations in the Netherlands.

Deutsche Bank to Custody Bitcoin, Ethereum, in Europe

In Germany, Commerzbank was the first German full-service bank with a crypto custody license.

Deutsche Bank upgrades Wickes on stronger trading and project pipeline

The bank expects Wickes to continue gaining market share despite a challenging market.

UniCredit invests in German fintech VC Trade to accelerate the digital transformation of debt markets

The transaction further demonstrates UniCredit's commitment to investing in innovation and growth opportunities in Germany, one of the bank's core markets, and will help the company expand its services across the bank's pan-European footpri

Standard Chartered to continue Liverpool FC partnership as Global Partner from the 2027/28 season

After 17 years as Liverpool FC’s Main Club Partner, Standard Chartered will continue its long-standing relationship as Global Partner.

Deutsche Bank Revises ECB Rate Hike Predictions Amid Energy Risks

The bank had previously expected a peak at 2.5%, but now forecasts a terminal rate of 2.75% as economic assumptions are challenged.

UniCredit Bank Romania secures 100 mln euro EIB facility

The funding is expected to increase the competitiveness of the local economy, accelerate technological transformation, and support private investment and job creation.

How switching your bank account could earn you up to £220

More than five banks are currently offering incentives to switch - with the largest bonus £220.

Banks Cheer as Trump’s Regulatory Rollback Spreads to Europe

Bankers in Europe are increasingly hopeful their regulatory constraints will ease

Deutsche Bank named first European renminbi clearing bank

The appointment makes Deutsche Bank the first European financial institution to receive the role, marking a significant development in financial links between China and Europe.

Commerzbank invests in training and development of young talents

With this intake, the Bank is meeting its demand for young talent entering initial vocational training programmes in 2026.

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.

BNP Paribas retains CNPR depositary bank mandate

BNP Paribas will continue providing custodian banking and securities services for CNPR’s assets, which total around €2.5 billion.

Commerzbank chairman says bank is ready for takeover talks with UniCredit

His remarks step up Commerzbank’s push for direct engagement with UniCredit, after ‌months of recriminations in which each side blamed the other for the lack ⁠of talks.

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