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    Factbox-Key elements of Commerzbank's strategy update as it fends off UniCredit

    Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®

    Posted on February 13, 2025

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    Last updated: January 26, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    Commerzbank announces job cuts and new financial targets to counter UniCredit's merger interests, aiming for a 3.8 billion euro profit by 2027.

    Commerzbank Unveils Job Cuts and New Financial Goals Amid UniCredit Challenge

    FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Commerzbank said on Thursday it would cut 3,900 jobs and unveiled more ambitious financial targets as part of a strategy revamp designed to head off UniCredit's advances for a tie-up between the German and Italian lenders.

    The following are key elements of the strategy review:

    * To cut 3,900 jobs, mainly in Germany and expected to takeplace by 2028 * Cuts will be accompanied by hiring outside the country,meaning the bank's full-time positions will remain steady at36,700 * Restructuring costs of around 700 million euros in 2025 * Targets net profit of 3.8 billion euros in 2027, up from aprevious target 3.6 billion euros * Aims for a cost-to-income ratio of 53% in 2027, up from aprevious goal of 54% * Seeks targeted acquisitions and strives for strategicpartnerships * Payout ratio of 100% in years 2026 to 2028

    (Reporting by Tom Sims and Patricia Weiss, editing by Rachel More)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Commerzbank plans to cut 3,900 jobs by 2028.
    • •The bank aims for a net profit of 3.8 billion euros by 2027.
    • •Restructuring costs are estimated at 700 million euros in 2025.
    • •Commerzbank targets a cost-to-income ratio of 53% by 2027.
    • •The strategy includes targeted acquisitions and partnerships.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Factbox-Key elements of Commerzbank's strategy update as it fends off UniCredit

    1What is Commerzbank's recent job cut announcement?

    Commerzbank announced it would cut 3,900 jobs as part of its strategy revamp.

    2What are the new financial targets set by Commerzbank?

    The bank unveiled more ambitious financial targets as part of its strategy update.

    3Why is Commerzbank revamping its strategy?

    The strategy revamp is designed to fend off advances from UniCredit.

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