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American Focus > Blog > Economy > UniCredit’s Orcel could still sweeten his bid and take on a double M&A offensive
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UniCredit’s Orcel could still sweeten his bid and take on a double M&A offensive

Last updated: December 6, 2024 7:42 am
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UniCredit CEO Andrea Orcel is currently navigating two takeover courtships, with analysts suggesting that he may still have room to sweeten his bid for Italy’s Banco BPM. However, political turmoil in Germany is stalling a potential deal with Commerzbank.

Orcel, once a key player in the 2007 takeover and subsequent breakup of Dutch bank ABN Amro, surprised the market in September with a stake build in Commerzbank. This move came amidst speculation that Commerzbank could merge with Germany’s largest lender, Deutsche Bank. However, resistance from the German government has complicated matters.

Meanwhile, UniCredit turned its attention to Banco BPM with a 10 billion-euro offer. The Italian peer has described the offer as being on “unusual terms” that do not reflect its true profitability and growth potential. The Italian government has expressed concerns about Orcel’s dual pursuits, warning that engaging on two fronts could lead to defeat.

Analysts believe that UniCredit could improve its bid for Banco BPM, potentially by adding a cash component to the deal. With a strong financial position reflected in its CET1 ratio, UniCredit has the capacity to enhance its offer. However, analysts caution that there is limited room for a significant increase without diluting shareholder earnings.

The potential merger with Banco BPM could provide UniCredit with a defense strategy in the face of easing interest rates. The bank recently received a BBB+ long-term debt rating from Fitch Ratings, higher than Italy’s sovereign bonds. However, the bank is exposed to changes in interest rates due to its limited presence in asset management and bancassurance.

A merger with either Commerzbank or Banco BPM could help mitigate this exposure. A union with Commerzbank could create synergies in various areas, while Banco BPM offers strength in asset management. Absorbing a domestic peer like Banco BPM may be one of UniCredit’s best options to strengthen its position in the Italian market.

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Ultimately, Orcel may need to decide between pursuing a major acquisition abroad or focusing on a domestic merger. Integrating both takeover targets could pose challenges and strain management resources. However, UniCredit has seen significant growth and could choose to stand alone if Orcel decides against a bank acquisition.

The coming months will be critical for UniCredit as Orcel navigates these complex takeover courtships and seeks to position the bank for long-term success in a changing financial landscape. UniCredit CEO, Andrea Orcel, has made it clear that any potential acquisition by the bank must bring added value compared to the bank’s current standalone strategy. Orcel emphasized that if no suitable acquisition opportunity arises, UniCredit will continue with its existing strategy, which prioritizes high levels of capital distribution to shareholders and aims to utilize excess capital by the end of 2027.

In the past, UniCredit refrained from pursuing acquisitions due to being in a restructuring phase and lacking the necessary resources for such transactions. However, Orcel’s recent comments suggest that the bank is now in a position to consider potential acquisitions, provided they align with the bank’s objectives and offer significant returns to shareholders.

Morningstar analyst, Scholtz, echoed Orcel’s sentiments by emphasizing the importance of disciplined decision-making when evaluating potential acquisition opportunities. Scholtz stressed that UniCredit should be willing to walk away from any deals that do not ultimately benefit shareholders.

Overall, UniCredit’s approach to potential acquisitions reflects a commitment to prioritizing shareholder value and strategic growth opportunities. By maintaining a disciplined approach to acquisitions and focusing on value creation, UniCredit aims to position itself for long-term success in the competitive banking industry.

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