ING Sticks to Plans to Go Solo as Rivals Put Deals on the Table — Interview.

ING Groep is focused on organic growth in its existing markets, despite European rivals turning to mergers and acquisitions for expansion. The bank, created in 1991 through a merger, prioritizes digital banking for further growth and has stringent criteria for potential deals. ING aims to drive growth through its retail segment by offering more services and cross-selling products, while maintaining a presence in core markets and resisting geographical expansion. [Extracted from the article]