UBS challenges €1.8B penalty in France amid Credit Suisse acquisition

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Simultaneously, UBS is navigating the intricacies of its ongoing acquisition of Credit Suisse, a process that has placed significant emphasis on key talent retention. The dual pressures of the legal battle and the complex acquisition process underscore a challenging period for the Swiss banking giant.

The €1.8 billion (€1 = $1.0559) penalty was levied against UBS Group AG following allegations of covert operations involving Swiss bankers in France. The case, upheld by the Paris court of appeals, has now been taken to France’s Cour de Cassation for further review. The verdict from this highest court in France could take months to be delivered.

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