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(IN BRIEF) BBVA and Malta Iberia PHES SL have signed an agreement to develop a 14 MWh long-duration energy storage demonstration plant in Puertollano, Spain. Utilizing a closed-loop molten salt and steam system, the facility will absorb surplus renewable energy … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Launched in 2021 by Garanti BBVA and DenizTemiz Derneği/TURMEPA, the Blue Breath project has spent four years tackling pollution and restoring coastal ecosystems across Turkey. Teams have extracted 280 tons of trash and 650 000 liters of liquid … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA has secured over $440 million through a syndicated loan to bolster the Turkish economy, aligned with the bank’s commitment to sustainability. The loan, supported by 43 banks across 20 countries, includes tranches with maturities of 367 … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA’s latest mobile app update introduces GarantiPay and NFC contactless payment features, allowing customers to make card-free payments in stores and online. This update enhances the bank’s commitment to innovation and convenience by enabling Android users to … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has provided a €50 million subordinated loan to Garanti BBVA Romania to enhance its capital base and support sustainable lending. Garanti BBVA Romania will use the funds to invest in … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has renewed the Tier IV Gold Certification for Operational Sustainability from the Uptime Institute for its Data Processing Center in Tres Cantos, Madrid. This honor, awarded to data centers that meet stringent operational and energy efficiency standards, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA has been awarded the prestigious International Safety Award from the British Safety Council for the sixth year in a row, becoming the only financial institution among 350 Turkish applicants to achieve this recognition in 2025. This … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA has enhanced its mobile smart assistant Ugi with generative AI technology, enabling more natural, context-aware, and personalized interactions for customers. Ugi now supports a broader range of banking services, anticipates user needs, and continues to evolve … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BBVA is set to enhance its 2024 shareholder returns by paying a supplementary dividend of €0.41 per share on April 10, which, together with the €0.29 interim dividend from October, brings the total dividend to €0.70 per share—the … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BBVA and Técnicas Reunidas have signed an MoU to foster collaboration in advancing decarbonization and energy transition initiatives. The agreement focuses on enhancing the business of Track, Técnicas Reunidas’ new division specializing in low-carbon technology projects, particularly in … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The EIB Group, comprising the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF), has invested over €90 million in a synthetic securitisation operation with BBVA, aimed at financing sustainable housing projects in Spain. Backed by InvestEU, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Euronext has announced the winners of the 14th edition of the Euronext Lisbon Awards, celebrating the outstanding achievements of issuers, financial intermediaries, institutions, and individuals in Portugal’s capital markets. The ceremony, held in Lisbon, showcased the country’s financial … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA’s CEO, Mahmut Akten, shared the bank’s strategic priorities and 2025 goals during a meeting with Turkish media, discussing the global and local economic landscape. Despite global uncertainties, Akten expressed confidence in Türkiye’s economic program and the … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has exceeded its 2024 goal of 35% female representation in managerial roles, achieving 35.4%. This accomplishment is the result of targeted initiatives like the ‘Yo soy talento femenino’ program, which has supported the promotion of 266 women … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA recently celebrated the success of five startups that completed the second year of its Garanti BBVA Partners Tech Program at a Demo Day event. The program offers essential support, including office space, mentoring, and marketing assistance, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has been actively strengthening its tech talent pool as part of its long-term digital transformation strategy. Over the last three years, the bank added 10,100 technology professionals, with plans to grow its tech-focused workforce to 20,000 by … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BBVA and IBM Research have created a dataset to evaluate biases in generative AI models in languages other than English, specifically testing for biases in Spanish. The dataset, based on IBM’s SocialStigmaQA (SSQA), examines how AI models respond … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA, part of the BBVA Group, achieved a record score of 85 in the 2024 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), ranking 15th globally among 668 financial institutions. The bank’s commitment to sustainability includes a target to … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has been recognized as the best bank in Spain by The Banker for the second time, highlighting its achievements in innovation, digitization, and sustainability. The bank also earned global recognition for financial inclusion through the BBVA Microfinance … Read the full press release →

  (IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA, in partnership with TÜRKONFED, has launched the New Horizons in Twin Transformation project to help SMEs in Türkiye adopt green and digital practices, enhancing their competitiveness and sustainability. The initiative includes workshops and panels across … Read the full press release →