The Irish government is selling a 5% stake in Allied Irish Banks (AIB), reducing its holding from 17.5% to 12.5%, raising approximately €652 million. This sale reflects significant progress in reducing state ownership since 2022. AIB's CEO Colin Hunt highlighted the transaction as a milestone in returning state investment to taxpayers. The bank's recovery from the 2008 crash continues to influence policy decisions. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)