Report
Jerzy Kosinski

Pekao: state-controlled again

PZU Group and the Polish Development Fund (PFR) have agreed to acquire 32.8% of Bank Pekao S.A. (PEO) from UniCredit Group (PZU Group is to acquire 20% and PFR 12.8%). The total consideration for the 32.8% stake is PLN 10.6bn, or PLN 123/share (a 2% premium to yesterday's market close), which looks fair, in our view. The transaction price implies 2016-17E P/Es of 15-15.5x and a P/B of 1.4x, on our estimates. The completion of the transaction is subject to the relevant regulatory approvals, and the closing of the transaction is expected in 2Q17E.
Underlying
Bank Pekao SA GDR (REG S)

Provider
Wood and Company
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Jerzy Kosinski

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