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Erste Group Bank is in discussions with Banco Santander to acquire a 49% stake in Santander Bank Polska. While the Austria-based bank confirmed the talks, it noted that there is no guarantee of a deal, and any acquisition would be contingent on certain conditions. Santander has received multiple expressions of interest for the stake and is actively negotiating with Erste Group, with a decision anticipated in the coming weeks.
Erste Group Bank is contemplating the acquisition of a 49% stake in Santander's Polish unit, which may lead to a mandatory takeover offer for Santander Bank Polska. A decision is anticipated in the coming weeks, although negotiations could falter if an agreement on price isn't reached. Erste's CEO emphasized the importance of pursuing value-creating opportunities in Poland.
Erste Group Bank AG is in discussions to acquire a 49% stake in Banco Santander SA's Polish unit, Santander Bank Polska SA, valued at approximately €7.3 billion ($8 billion). This move aims to enhance Erste's presence in one of Europe's rapidly growing markets.
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