UniCredit S.p.A. is a prominent Italian-based, pan-European financial services company with a strong presence in Western, Central, and Eastern Europe. With roots dating back to 1473, the modern group was formed through numerous mergers, most significantly the 1998 merger of several Italian banking groups. The bank's mission is to empower communities to progress by providing best-in-class services to all its stakeholders. UniCredit operates through distinct divisions, including Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB), Commercial Banking, and Wealth Management, serving millions of clients from individuals and small businesses to large corporations and institutional investors.