Commerzbank Merger Talk Reemerges as Germany Weighs Company Sales

Speculation Mounts Over Potential Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank Merger

After an unsuccessful attempt to merge five years ago, Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank are once again the subject of speculation about a potential merger. The uncertain outlook for bank profitability, combined with Germany’s need to raise funds for its budget, has reignited talks of a deal. While a sale of the German government’s 15% stake in Commerzbank is not imminent, Finance Minister Christian Lindner is reportedly open to a disposal and prefers the government to exit the stake altogether.