European bank equities experienced a historic rally in 2025, with the EURO STOXX Banks Index up 76% year-to-date, marking one of the strongest performances for the sector. Key factors include high interest rates supporting margins, strong economic growth, and improved investor sentiment. Major banks like Société Générale and Commerzbank saw significant gains, while the outlook for 2026 remains positive with expectations of continued growth and efficiency. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)