Wheeler: Deutsche Bank-Commerzbank Too Big a Deal

The transcript discusses the potential consolidation of Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank, highlighting regulatory concerns and competition issues. It outlines Deutsche Bank's strategy to improve leverage and capital ratios by disposing of Postbank. The challenges faced by German banks, including profitability issues and the impact of negative interest rates, are also examined. The discussion emphasizes the importance of cost control in navigating these challenges.

Discuss the implications of a potential merger between Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank.

What are the potential reasons for Deutsche Bank wanting to dispose of Postbank?

What is the significance of the leverage and capital ratios mentioned in the context of Deutsche Bank?

How do negative interest rates affect the banking sector according to the discussion?

What challenges do smaller banks face in a negative interest rate environment?