Deutsche Bank is reviewing strategic options and confirms discussions with Commerzbank Sonntag, 17. März 2019 - 13:22

Frankfurt am Main, March 17, 2019 (13:04 CET) – In light of arising opportunities, the management board of Deutsche Bank (XETRA: DBKGn.DE / NYSE: DB) has decided to review strategic options.

In doing so, the management board of Deutsche Bank is focused on improving the growth profile and profitability of the bank.

There is no certainty that any transaction will occur.

In this context we confirm that we are engaging in discussions with Commerzbank.

Contact:

Christian Streckert

Media Spokesman

Phone: +49 69 910 38079 

Email: christian.streckert@db.com

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