Wiretaps of an executive in Italy put Central Banker in hot seat

Article Abstract:

Antonio Fazio, Governor of the Bank of Italy is under investigation for aiding Gianpiero Fiorani of Banca Popolare Italiana SCARL in the acquisition of Banca Antonveneta S.p.A. The move was in direct contravention of European directives to herald in cross border mergers.

Europe, Fiorani, Gianpiero

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Italy probes German stock deals

Article Abstract:

Italian authorities in their investigation of Banca Popolare Italiana SCARL's bid for Banca Antonveneta S.p.A. are studying a series of securities purchases by Deutsche Bank AG and Dresdner Bank AG. The share purchases played a key role in the banking acquisition.

Germany, Dresdner Bank AG (Frankfurt, Germany), Deutsche Bank AG (Frankfurt, Germany), DB

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Italy's banking chief is under fire

Article Abstract:

Governor Antonio Fazio of the Bank of Italy is being investigated for his role in blocking an acquisition bid by ABN AMRO Holding N.V. of the Netherlands for Banca Antonveneta S.p.A. Political pressure is mounting for Mr. Fazio's resignation.

Acquisitions and mergers, Political aspects

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