What happened
On 6 November, MPS reported third-quarter net profit of €543 million and revenue of €2 billion. Reuters reported a higher 2026 pre-tax profit goal, above €3.7 billion from €3.6 billion, after the abandoned Mediobanca merger plan reduced expected costs. The bank remained the target of Intesa’s roughly €34 billion cash-and-share proposal.
Why your money cares
An earnings result, a revised forecast and an acquisition proposal describe different things. None guarantees future dividends or a completed takeover.
What to watch
Follow formal offer documents, approvals and any change to the timetable.
Sources & editorial context
Original 7 November Finance Hub graphic. The €34 billion figure is the reported proposal value at that stage and can vary with share prices.
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