Jefferies Boosts Commerzbank Stake with Derivatives

Jefferies has acquired a 5.3% stake in Commerzbank via derivatives, as revealed in a regulatory filing. This disclosure follows reports of UniCredit's efforts to mitigate risks on its Commerzbank stake by engaging in financial derivatives contracts with Jefferies.

Jefferies has increased its stake in Commerzbank to 5.3% through derivatives, according to a regulatory filing released on Friday.

The announcement follows this week's reports that UniCredit has taken steps to hedge against potential losses on its Commerzbank holdings. UniCredit achieved this by entering into financial derivative agreements with Jefferies.

These financial maneuvers allow UniCredit to maintain flexibility in managing its Commerzbank stake, highlighting the strategic use of derivatives in today's financial markets.

(With inputs from agencies.)