Mitsotakis Welcomes UniCredit’s Investment in Alpha Bank: A Boost for Economic Growth

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis welcomed the CEO of UniCredit, Andrea Orcel, and Managing Director Basil Psaltis at Maximos Mansion on Monday (23.06.2025). During the meeting, Mitsotakis emphasized the importance of increased investment by UniCredit in Alpha Bank, stating that it highlights significant opportunities in Greece’s banking sector. Both Greek and Italian economies are performing better than expected, making this collaboration a promising move. Orcel expressed satisfaction with the partnership’s success, noting that expectations have been surpassed within less than a year. Managing Director of Alpha Bank, Basil Psaltis, highlighted the collaboration as a testament to trust in Greece’s future and positioned the country as a core player in a stronger European Banking Union. The initiative aims to enhance funding for real economy and improve housing accessibility.