Mercator's Fate Uncertain as Contentious Loan Expires

Ljubljana, 2 June - The contentious 130m loan which provoked a government crisis in April and spelled the end for the boss of the state-owned NLB bank is due for payment on Wednesday amidst growing speculation about the fate of stakes in retailer Mercator and beverage company Pivovarna Lasko, which were used as collateral for the loan.

Ljubljana Speculations are growing about the fate of Mercator as its majority owners face troubles repaying their loans. Photo: Domen Groegl/STA

Ljubljana
Speculations are growing about the fate of Mercator as its majority owners face troubles repaying their loans.
Photo: Domen Groegl/STA

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