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ECB Clears the Way: UniCredit's Commerzbank Takeover
The ECB has allowed UniCredit to raise its Commerzbank stake above 30 percent with no cap. What the takeover could mean for customers, accounts and loans.
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Guide
Victim of Bank Fraud? What to Do in the First Hours
Transferred money to a scammer, shared a one-time code, or lost access to your account? Here are the concrete steps to take right now: block your card, notify your bank in writing, secure evidence, and file a police report.
Market commentary
Buy Now, Pay Later: Germany Tightens the Rules From November 2026
From 20 November 2026, Klarna, PayPal and other buy-now-pay-later services in Germany must follow strict consumer credit rules: credit checks, withdrawal rights and clear costs. What it means for your wallet.
Guide
Black Friday and Christmas: How to Plan Your Budget Without Debt
Black Friday and Christmas arrive fast. Learn how to set a gift budget, spot discount traps, and avoid risky buy now pay later offers this holiday season.
Market commentary
Germany's Top Court Rules on Schufa Credit Score Transparency
Germany's top court rules on 21 October on how much Schufa must reveal about your credit score, a decision affecting loan, mortgage and account terms nationwide.
Guide
Organizing Your Finances After a Separation or Divorce
After a separation or divorce, your finances need reorganizing too. This guide walks through splitting a joint account, updating standing orders and direct debits, opening your own account, and protecting your passwords.
Market commentary
German Savings Banks Now Bill Current Accounts Per Transaction
From 1 November 2026, several German Sparkassen bill current accounts per transaction. What it means for heavy and light users, and how to compare and check your own costs now.
Guide
Emergency Fund: How Much Should You Really Save?
How much money should you set aside as a safety cushion, and where should you keep it safe? A simple calculation and practical steps, even if you have not started saving yet.
Guide
What Is an Overdraft and Why Is It So Expensive?
What an overdraft on a checking account really is, how its interest is calculated, and why it is almost always more expensive than a regular installment loan – explained simply with a worked example.
Market commentary
ECB Ultimatum: Banks Need a Plan Against AI Cyberattacks
By October 31, 2026, 110 major eurozone banks must show the ECB how they plan to defend against AI-powered cyberattacks. What it means for your account, savings and loan - and what you can do yourself right now.
Market commentary
German Inflation Jumps to 3.3%: What It Means for Your Money
Germany's statistical office reports inflation at 3.3% for September 2026. Here is what the jump means for savings, loans and everyday budgets.
Guide
Year-End Money Check: Deadlines You Should Not Miss Before January
Tax-free savings allowances, old subscriptions, unused vouchers, and a quick spending review: a simple checklist for the last weeks of the year.
Market commentary
Germany's 2026 Bank Stress Test: What It Means for Savers
Bundesbank and BaFin warn that commercial property loans are straining Germany's small and mid-sized banks, with dozens failing the 2026 stress test. What it means for your deposits, loans and bank choice.
Guide
How to Spot Phishing Emails and Fake Bank Links
Learn the common warning signs of phishing emails, how to check a bank link safely without clicking it, and what to do if you already clicked or entered your details.
Market commentary
NordLB Ownership Row: Why It Matters to Every Savings Bank Customer
Lower Saxony wants to buy back NordLB shares for €760m - savings bank managers are pushing back. Here's what the liability network dispute means for your money.
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