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European Investment Bank Provides €400 Million for Stockholm Metro Expansion, Supporting Sustainable Growth

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided €400 million in additional financing for the expansion of the Stockholm metro, supporting the development of 30 km of new tracks, 18 new stations, and the creation of 130,500 housing units. … Read the full press release

Deutsche Bank and finaXai Collaborate to Enhance Asset Management with AI and Blockchain in Project DAMA 2

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Bank and finaXai have announced a strategic collaboration to extend Project DAMA 2, a public-permissioned multi-chain asset servicing pilot. The collaboration will integrate AI, blockchain, and academic research to improve asset management and tokenized fund servicing. finaXai … Read the full press release

KfW IPEX-Bank Supports Major Polish Offshore Wind Farms with EUR 3 Billion Financing

(IN BRIEF) KfW IPEX-Bank has played a leading role in financing the Baltyk 2 and Baltyk 3 offshore wind farms in Poland, each with a 740 MW capacity. With a EUR 3 billion financing for each project, KfW IPEX-Bank, as … Read the full press release

Crédit Coopératif Pursues Acquisition of Anytime to Enhance Digital Services for Associations

(IN BRIEF) As part of its 2030 strategic plan, Crédit Coopératif is in exclusive discussions with Orange Bank to acquire Anytime, a fintech specializing in supporting associations. The acquisition will strengthen Crédit Coopératif’s digital offerings and expand its services for … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund Commits €40 Million to Pioneering Defence Tech Fund, Supporting Europe’s Strategic Autonomy

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has made its first investment in a dedicated European defence fund, committing €40 million to Keen’s European Defence and Security Tech Fund. The fund will focus on early-stage companies pioneering technologies in areas … Read the full press release

Lloyds Banking Group and North East Authorities Partner to Accelerate Green Energy Growth in the UK

(IN BRIEF) Lloyds Banking Group has partnered with North East Mayor Kim McGuinness, NECA, and OFI to create a green energy hub in the North East. The initiative focuses on unlocking private sector investment to support the region’s green energy … Read the full press release

RATO Credit Union and EIF Launch €20 Million Financing Initiative to Support Sustainable Projects in Lithuania

(IN BRIEF) RATO Credit Union has partnered with the European Investment Fund (EIF) under the InvestEU program to provide €20 million in financing for sustainable projects in Lithuania. This agreement enables RATO to offer more accessible loans with favorable terms, … Read the full press release

OP Financial Group Partners with Accenture to Transform Pohjola Insurance with Cloud and AI Solutions

(IN BRIEF) OP Financial Group has expanded its partnership with Accenture to modernize Pohjola Insurance, focusing on enhancing agility, operational efficiency, and customer experience. The collaboration includes implementing a cloud-based Guidewire platform to streamline IT applications, generate operational savings, and … Read the full press release

ABN AMRO Survey Highlights Rising Cyber Threats and Gaps in Resilience Among Dutch Companies

(IN BRIEF) A recent cybersecurity survey by ABN AMRO reveals that Dutch companies, particularly SMEs, are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks, with many underestimating the risks from state actors and new cyber threats. The survey highlights gaps in awareness and preparedness … Read the full press release

Barclays Appoints Marc Warm as Global Co-Head of Capital Markets to Drive Growth

(IN BRIEF) Barclays appoints Marc Warm as Global Co-Head of Capital Markets, joining Tom Johnson and Travis Barnes. With over 30 years of experience in leveraged finance, Marc brings extensive expertise in the credit markets and a strong network of … Read the full press release

Natixis Appoints Anne Sabot as CFO, Effective June 2025

(IN BRIEF) Anne Sabot has been appointed CFO of Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking, effective June 1, 2025. With extensive experience within Groupe BPCE, she will join both the Natixis Senior Management Committee and the BPCE Executive Committee. She succeeds … Read the full press release

FTSE Russell and JPX Enhance Blossom Japan Indices with Alignment to TOPIX for ESG Integration

(IN BRIEF) FTSE Russell and JPX Market Innovation & Research Inc. have announced a collaboration to align the FTSE Blossom Japan Index and the FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index with the Tokyo Stock Price Index (TOPIX). This move, driven … Read the full press release

EU Report Urges Enhanced Insurance and Climate Adaptation to Mitigate €28 Billion Annual Losses in Agriculture

(IN BRIEF) The EIB and European Commission’s report reveals that the EU agricultural sector faces annual losses of more than €28 billion due to adverse weather, with potential increases of up to 66% by 2050 due to climate change. The … Read the full press release

Castel Mimi Winery in Moldova Receives €1.24 Million Investment for Sustainable Growth and Wellness Centre Development

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD, EU, and maib have partnered to fund Castel Mimi’s expansion in Moldova, providing a €1.24 million loan to build a wellness centre at its award-winning wine resort. This investment supports sustainable development in Moldova’s wine tourism … Read the full press release

EBRD Invests €76 Million in VGP’s Green Bonds to Enhance Sustainable Logistics Infrastructure in Central and Southeastern Europe

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has invested €76 million in VGP’s green bond programme, aimed at supporting the development and acquisition of sustainable logistics and industrial parks in Central and Southeastern Europe. The funding will help expand the availability of high-quality, … Read the full press release

Shanghai Commercial Bank Implements Wolters Kluwer OneSumX Solution for Basel Compliance and Risk Management

(IN BRIEF) Shanghai Commercial Bank has successfully implemented Wolters Kluwer’s OneSumX solution to enhance its regulatory reporting, Basel III compliance, and risk management processes. The automated system streamlines operations and ensures compliance with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s guidelines. In … Read the full press release

Lloyds: Software Services and Real Estate Drive UK Sector Growth, Despite Broader Output Slowdown

(IN BRIEF) In April 2025, the UK Sector Tracker report revealed that only two sectors (software services and real estate) showed output growth, a slight dip from March but an improvement from January. Despite this, overall output growth expectations softened … Read the full press release

NIB and Celltechna Collaborate on First Baltics Gene Therapy Centre to Boost Life Sciences Innovation

(IN BRIEF) NIB has financed the Gene Therapy Centre in Lithuania, a groundbreaking facility advancing gene therapy research and manufacturing. Opened in September, it is a critical part of Lithuania’s life sciences sector, contributing to the country’s goal of growing … Read the full press release

Azteca Comunicaciones en Quiebra en Colombia: ¿Un Presagio para Banco Azteca?

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) El 31 de marzo de 2025, Azteca Comunicaciones Colombia, parte de Grupo Salinas, inició un proceso de reorganización empresarial debido a problemas financieros graves en el sector de telecomunicaciones, buscando renegociar deudas con bancos y proveedores. Al … Read the full press release

Aviva Urges Homeowners to Create Flood-Resilient Gardens as Chelsea Flower Show 2025 Unveils British Rainforest Garden

(IN BRIEF) As part of its commitment to sustainability, Aviva encourages homeowners to consider climate-resilient materials for their gardens, particularly in light of the risks associated with impermeable surfaces like artificial grass. Research commissioned by Aviva shows that many homeowners … Read the full press release