Orcel Has Patience in Commerzbank Battle as Orlopp Stumbles

  • UniCredit shares rally, Commerzbank declines after earnings
  • ‘It’s a long process,’ Orcel says of potential takeover
WATCH: Commerzbank CEO Bettina Orlopp speaks on Bloomberg Television.Source: Bloomberg
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UniCredit SpA Chief Executive Officer Andrea Orcel signaled he has all the time in the world to win over stakeholders for his idea to acquire Commerzbank AG.

“It’s a long process,” Orcel said in an interview. “We want to have the opportunity to convince all key stakeholders, including the government, that a possible combination creates value.”