
ECB Clears UniCredit to Raise Commerzbank Stake Above 30%
ECB approval allows UniCredit to exceed 30% ownership of Commerzbank, advancing its bid for control despite opposition from Germany.

ECB approval allows UniCredit to exceed 30% ownership of Commerzbank, advancing its bid for control despite opposition from Germany.

Hungary’s Parliament approved a constitutional amendment limiting prime minister terms, barring Viktor Orban's return and marking a key political shift.

Uzbek banks saw a 30.9% increase in deposits in Q1 2026, led by Octobank's 416% surge, signaling rising liquidity and client confidence across the sector.

Uzbek banks saw credit portfolios grow by 19.3 trillion UZS in Q1 2026, with non-performing loans rising by 1.8 trillion UZS, mainly in state banks.

Uzbekistan accelerates Asakabank’s privatization by halting non-core operations and transferring key assets to state agencies, with EBRD acquiring a 15% stake ahead of a 2025 privatization deadline.