DEG Strengthens Financial Position and Global Development Role with EUR 2.9 Billion Business Volume in 2025

DEG Strengthens Financial Position and Global Development Role with EUR 2.9 Billion Business Volume in 2025

(IN BRIEF) DEG, part of KfW Group, reported a strong 2025 financial year with a total business volume of EUR 2.9 billion and significant development impact across emerging markets. Its portfolio supported around 3 million jobs and generated EUR 185 billion in local income, while green energy projects produced 26.1 TWh of electricity, avoiding over 20 million tonnes of CO2 emissions annually. Financial performance improved substantially, with pre-tax income reaching EUR 87 million and strengthening the institution’s equity base. Looking ahead, DEG plans to expand its annual own-funds commitments to EUR 3.8 billion by 2030 and continue focusing on climate, sustainability, and transformation initiatives, despite ongoing global uncertainties.

(PRESS RELEASE) COLOGNE, 31-Mar-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — DEG – Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH, a subsidiary of KfW Group, has reported strong financial and development results for the 2025 fiscal year, highlighting both business growth and measurable global impact.

During the year, DEG facilitated a total business volume of EUR 2.9 billion, with EUR 2.4 billion provided from its own funds to support private sector investments in developing and emerging markets. Through its financing and advisory activities, the institution continued to play a key role in promoting economic development and sustainable growth in its partner countries.

The development impact of DEG’s portfolio remained significant. Companies supported by DEG employed approximately 3 million people in 2025 and generated around EUR 185 billion in local income. In addition, projects financed by DEG contributed to the production of 26.1 terawatt hours of green electricity, helping to reduce carbon emissions by more than 20 million tonnes annually.

Financially, DEG delivered a strong operating performance. The institution recorded annual net income before tax of EUR 87 million under the German Commercial Code, a substantial increase compared to EUR 3 million in the previous year, which had been affected by one-off factors. Adjusted figures show that profitability remained stable year-on-year, with 2024 results at a comparable level. The positive outcome has further strengthened DEG’s equity base, supporting the expansion of its development financing activities.

Chief Executive Officer Roland Siller highlighted the organisation’s ability to deliver strong results despite a challenging global environment. He emphasised that DEG’s financing and advisory services continue to create opportunities in partner countries while maintaining cost efficiency.

Looking ahead, DEG expects geopolitical and economic uncertainties to persist, particularly into 2026. In response, the institution plans to scale up its activities. It has announced a target to increase its annual own-funds commitments to EUR 3.8 billion by 2030, aiming to mobilise additional capital alongside other investors and expand support for private sector development.

Strategically, DEG will continue to prioritise impact-driven investments, climate action, and economic transformation. The organisation intends to further strengthen its advisory services, helping companies adopt sustainability standards, reduce emissions, and build resilience against climate-related risks.

With a strengthened financial foundation and an expanded commitment to development finance, DEG is positioning itself to play an increasingly important role in supporting sustainable economic growth in emerging and developing markets.

For more information about the 2025 annual financial statements, visit:

DEG at a glance: Business year 2025

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SOURCE: DEG