Davide Serra Sees 40,000 Job Cuts If Deutsche Bank Buys Commerzbank

The video discusses the high number of banks in the EU compared to the US, highlighting issues of bank concentration and shareholder representation. It explores the challenges of bank mergers, particularly between Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank, in the context of labor laws and cost-cutting. The video also examines the political influence of banks in Europe, noting the significant role of state-owned banks and lobby groups.

Which European banks are currently favored on a standalone basis?

What role do state-owned banks play in the German banking market?