5 In relation to the disposal of the four bridge banks, in order to maximize the sales price, last January the Bank of Italy, in its capacity as national resolution authority, launched a transparent and competitive selection process to identify potential buyers capable of ensuring the operational and financial continuity of the four banks and the rapid conclusion of the purchase.
This was funded by the sustained inflows of deposits which grew by 15.3. 1/4  BIS central bankers' speeches  Domestic liquidity and credit dynamics are consistent with our expanding economy. The current pace of credit growth of 19.6 percent is sustainable as credit exposures remain diversified, with 89 percent of going into the production sectors.