Rules on bank mergers, asset transfers published by EU banking watchdog
( July 17, 2026, 13:55 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The European Banking Authority has issued final draft rules for major acquisitions, asset transfers, mergers and divisions that involve banks and financial holding companies. The rules set common information requirements, review methods and deadlines for supervisors across the EU. They also simplify procedures for internal group transactions and smaller entities.Press release follows. Report attached....
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