(Finance) – The title of Monte dei Paschi di Siena Bank it was one of the best in Piazza Affari today, closing up 7.62% at 1.045 euros per share. To push the shares of the Sienese bank, in the last part of the session, were the words of the Minister of Economy, Daniele Franco, during the press conference that followed the council of ministers. On banks “it is in the interest of the government and the community to have a solid and efficient system” and “it is not up to us to interfere in the choice of private banks”, she said.
“Obviously we have a more significant interest in MPS of which the Treasury holds two thirds – he added – In recent days, the Board of Directors has unanimously decided on a change in management, it is important that MPS becomes more solid and continues to develop with a future in mind that could be a partnership. It is absolutely important that the roots and a brand that is that of the oldest European bank are consolidated and maintained “.