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European Banking M&A

UniCredit's major stake in Commerzbank signals the start of European banking consolidation. Our experts have selected companies positioned to benefit from this wave, including potential M&A targets and the investment banks that will earn fees from these deals.

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Han Tan | Market Analyst

Updated 1 day ago | Published at July 10

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DB

Deutsche Bank AG

DB

Current price

$36.56

As Germany's largest bank and a direct competitor to Commerzbank, Deutsche Bank is at the center of any German or European consolidation talk, either ...

As Germany's largest bank and a direct competitor to Commerzbank, Deutsche Bank is at the center of any German or European consolidation talk, either as an acquirer or a potential merger partner.

SAN

Banco Santander, S.A.

SAN

Current price

$9.64

This Spanish banking giant has a long history of cross-border acquisitions and is a likely participant in any wave of European banking M&A.

BBVA

Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A.

BBVA

Current price

$19.24

Another major Spanish bank with a strong M&A track record, making it a key potential player in the consolidation of the European banking sector.

About This Group of Stocks

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Our Expert Thinking

UniCredit's move into Commerzbank has triggered what could be a major wave of European banking consolidation. After years of fragmentation, European banks are finally looking to merge across borders to gain scale, improve efficiency, and boost profits. This theme captures both sides of this trend.

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What You Need to Know

This group includes two types of companies: major European banks likely to participate in mergers (as buyers or sellers), and global investment banks that will earn advisory fees from these deals. The timing is significant as regulatory attitudes toward cross-border banking mergers have become more favorable.

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Why These Stocks

These companies were carefully selected to provide direct exposure to European banking consolidation. We've included major banks from Germany, Spain, and the UK that could be central players in merger activity, alongside top advisory firms positioned to benefit from increased deal flow.

Group Performance Snapshot

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Stocks Rated Buy by Analysts

6 of 15 assets in this group are rated Buy by professional analysts.

Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.

Why You'll Want to Watch These Stocks

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Banking's Big Moment

European banking is undergoing its biggest shake-up in decades. UniCredit's bold move marks the beginning of a consolidation wave that could reshape the entire sector and create significant shareholder value.

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Double-Sided Opportunity

This theme gives you exposure to both sides of the M&A equation: the banks involved in mergers that could see valuations rise, and the advisory firms that will collect significant fees from facilitating these complex deals.

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A Long-Awaited Catalyst

European banking consolidation has been talked about for years but faced regulatory hurdles. Now those barriers are falling, creating a rare moment when a previously fragmented sector can finally integrate and improve profitability.

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