Italy's banking sector anticipates significant M&A activity over the next year, involving key banks like UniCredit and Banca Monte dei Paschi.

Italy's banking sector may experience significant M&A activity over the next year, as analysts predict a "bumper round of M&A." Key Italian banks, including UniCredit and Banca Monte dei Paschi, are expected to play a role in potential consolidation. This follows a desire for larger banks across Europe and aligns with the European policymakers' goal of having bigger banks on the continent.