Dutch State Cuts ABN Amro Stake as Europe Moves to Exit Crisis-Era Bailouts - WSJ
1. Dutch government reduced ABN Amro stake below one-third, signaling privatization trend. 2. UK's stake in NatWest fell below 1%, reflecting similar government divestment efforts. 3. European banks' share prices are boosted by rising interest rates and low government ownership. 4. Reduced government stakes could enable strategic banking acquisitions across Europe. 5. ABN Amro stock hits highest level since 2019, with strong year-to-date performance.