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The French group BPCE has purchased approximately 7% of Banco Sabadell's capital for around 1.2 billion euros. The operation, described as friendly, aims to consolidate a long-term partner, strengthen the shareholder shield following BBVA's tender offer, and explore synergies in corporate and investment banking.
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The multi-year deal includes cross-licensing and Qualcomm’s purchase of certain U.S. patents from Huawei. The amount, specific assets, and financial terms have not been disclosed, and the transaction requires regulatory approvals.
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The two banks expect to conclude discussions about possible agreements across several business lines in early 2027.
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The Ministry announces that it will align the timelines for both systems to promote their technical and regulatory convergence. Electronic invoicing and Verifactu pursue different objectives, and the announced changes still need to be specified.
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Higher financing costs and uncertainty over the 2027 budget are increasing pressure on France. The tension is already reflected in the risk premium and the euro, while analysts are monitoring possible effects on other European markets.
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The average 12-month Euribor closed September 2026 at 3.247%, compared with 2.172% a year earlier. The figure could make some mortgage reviews more expensive, but the specific effect depends on the terms and review schedule of each loan.
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Jordi Turull announced on TV3 that Junts would not again back Pedro Sánchez’s investiture after the November 29 elections. The position, which the party leader linked to PSOE’s failure to honor commitments, does not determine the election result or future support in Congress.
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The Royal Decree-Law provides for suspensions in certain cases of vulnerability and requires the competent regional government to assume payments to prevent some evictions if it does not offer alternative accommodation. The measure has been in force since October 8, but its ratification is still pending.
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Homecenter Sodimac Colombia acquired a majority stake in Sumatec by purchasing shares from Grupotec and making a capital contribution. The transaction aims to strengthen the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) segment while retaining the Manizales-based company’s brand and team.
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The executive, who led Bogotá’s Movistar Arena and has experience in commercial expansion and distribution, will take the helm of Procafecol at a time of revenue growth and lower profits.
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The steelmaker’s main shareholders have asked to explore a coordinated exit following the restructuring and return to profitability. The process is at an early stage, with no format or timetable defined.
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Piero Cipollone argues that a pan-European solution could reduce fragmentation between platforms, but the ECB has not yet decided whether to issue the digital euro. The 2027 and 2029 dates are conditional scenarios.
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