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ECB's de Guindos says bank valuations show supervisory approach is right
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on January 15, 2026
1 min readLast updated: January 19, 2026
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Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on January 15, 2026
1 min readLast updated: January 19, 2026
ECB's supervision boosts European banks' resilience and market valuations, providing a competitive edge, says Vice President Luis de Guindos.
MILAN, Jan 15 (Reuters) - The European Central Bank's supervision has contributed to the resilience of the European banking system, providing lenders with a competitive advantage reflected in their much higher market valuations, a top policymaker said on Thursday.
Addressing the European Parliament in Brussels on the topic of simplifying banking regulation, ECB Vice President Luis de Guindos said it was "very important for Europe" to have "a solvent, resilient banking industry" in "a very complicated world."
"If you look at the valuations of European banks since COVID it is obvious that there is something that, among all of us, we've put together properly and correctly - and they're taking advantage of that even though, for sure, they continue to complain," he said.
(Reporting by Valentina Za, editing by Alvise Armellini)
The European Central Bank (ECB) is the central bank for the eurozone, responsible for monetary policy and ensuring financial stability within the European Union.
Bank valuations refer to the assessment of a bank's worth, typically based on its assets, earnings, and market conditions.
Banking regulation involves laws and guidelines that govern the operations of banks to ensure their safety, soundness, and compliance with financial standards.
Financial stability is a condition where the financial system operates effectively, with institutions able to manage risks and maintain confidence in the economy.
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