Commerzbank: How the Bank is Fighting for its Independence

The Commerzbank is one of the largest private and corporate banks in Germany and plays a central role in financing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). After a comprehensive restructuring over the last decade, the institution has become more profitable again, partly due to an increased interest margin in the current market environment. Digitalization and the restructuring of the branch network remain important topics to stay competitive in the long term. At the same time, the bank is facing challenges from regulatory requirements and...