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European Investment Bank Supports Reopening of Modernised Bilochka Kindergarten in Verkhnia Bilka Under Ukraine Early Recovery Programme

(IN BRIEF) The Bilochka kindergarten in Verkhnia Bilka village in Lviv oblast has reopened after a €490 000 renovation funded through the European Investment Bank’s Ukraine Early Recovery Programme, restoring early childhood education services for local families during wartime. The … Read the full press release

Erste Group Pilots Quantum Encryption in Banking Infrastructure to Prepare for Post-Quantum Cybersecurity Era

(IN BRIEF) Erste Group has piloted Europe’s first commercial use of entanglement-based quantum encryption in banking, integrating eQKD technology into its Vienna fiber network in partnership with A1 and zerothird. The project demonstrates how quantum-secure communication can protect financial systems … Read the full press release

TechEU Debut in Austria Sees EIB Back AMAG Investments in Research Digitalisation and Green Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank is providing AMAG Austria Metall AG with a €75 million loan to fund research, digitalisation, and greener production methods at its Ranshofen facility, forming part of a wider €168 million investment programme running from … Read the full press release

Standard Chartered Expands VCC Platform With New Absolute Return Fund Developed Alongside Seviora Capital

(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered has launched the Signature Select Seviora Titans Absolute Return fund under its VCC structure in partnership with Seviora Capital, offering high-net-worth clients access to a diversified portfolio of otherwise hard-to-reach hedge fund managers. Designed to help … Read the full press release

Deutsche Bank Secures 17 Triple A Awards in Asia Pacific Highlighting Regional Advisory and Financing Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Bank has won 17 honors at The Asset’s Triple A Awards 2026 across seven Asia-Pacific markets, recognizing its advisory strength, capital markets execution, and sustainable financing expertise. Key highlights include the Best Sovereign Bond award in China … Read the full press release

New Cross Border Model Enhances Efficiency Transparency and Infrastructure Linking Global Investors to the Greek Stock Market

(IN BRIEF) SIX and Piraeus Bank have partnered to launch a new cross-border access model that improves how international institutional investors connect to the Greek equity market by integrating SIX’s global infrastructure with Piraeus Bank’s local expertise. The framework introduces … Read the full press release

Barclays Expands India Footprint With Opening of New Gurugram Office to Strengthen Global Technology and Operations Hub

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has opened a major new office in Gurugram’s DLF Downtown, expanding its National Capital Region presence and underscoring India’s strategic importance as a global technology and capability hub for the bank. The 317,000 square-foot facility, designed for … Read the full press release

Historic EIB Financing Boosts Offshore Wind Development Transport Modernisation and Industrial Competitiveness in Poland

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Group delivered a record €8 billion in financing to Poland in 2025, with major investments directed toward offshore wind energy, transport infrastructure, and technological innovation. The funding supports projects equivalent to 2.5 percent of … Read the full press release

CIE Automotive Works with European Investment Bank to Advance Global Decarbonisation Strategy and Sustainable Manufacturing Investments

(IN BRIEF) CIE Automotive has secured advisory support from the European Investment Bank under the InvestEU Advisory Hub to accelerate decarbonisation across its worldwide operations. The collaboration includes a comprehensive roadmap toward carbon neutrality by 2050, outlining investments in energy … Read the full press release

Baltic Sea Action Plan Fund Allocates EUR 1.3 Million to Eight New Environmental Projects Following Record Application Round

(IN BRIEF) The BSAP Fund will invest EUR 1.3 million in eight new projects beginning in 2026 to improve the environmental health of the Baltic Sea. The funding follows a record 39 applications from seven countries and will support initiatives … Read the full press release

Talanx AG Takes Full Ownership of Warta and TU Europa Following Amicable Conclusion of Meiji Yasuda Partnership and Expands Strategic Focus on Poland

(IN BRIEF) Talanx AG and Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Company have mutually ended their strategic partnership as of the end of 2025, with Talanx completing the purchase of Meiji Yasuda’s remaining stakes in Polish insurers Warta and TU Europa in … Read the full press release

International Award Highlights BBVA’s Expanding Role in Supporting Corporate Trade and Supply Chain Finance

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has been named Best Trade Finance Bank in Latin America by Global Finance for the fourth year in a row, reflecting its strong regional network, digital innovation and comprehensive support for companies engaged in international trade. The … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Provides €30 Million Financing to Support Thessaloniki’s Climate Neutrality and Urban Transformation Agenda

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank has approved €30 million in financing for Thessaloniki to implement its 2025–2030 investment programme and advance its Climate Neutrality Plan. The funding will support sustainable mobility, energy-efficient municipal infrastructure, upgraded public spaces, and resilience-focused … Read the full press release

Global Investors Back Tikehau Capital with Oversubscribed Fund to Capture Growing Secondary Debt Opportunities

(IN BRIEF) Tikehau Capital has closed its second private debt secondaries fund, TPDS II, with more than $1 billion in commitments, surpassing its $750 million target and doubling the size of its inaugural vehicle. The fund focuses on acquiring secondary … Read the full press release

SEB Ranked Sweden’s Top Cash Management Bank in 2026 Prospera Survey

(IN BRIEF) SEB has regained the number one position as Sweden’s leading Cash Management provider in the 2026 Prospera survey by Kantar Prospera. The ranking, based on interviews with financial leaders from 134 major organisations, also places SEB first within … Read the full press release

SEB Retains Nordic Leadership in Sustainability Advisory with Top Rankings Across Key Markets

(IN BRIEF) SEB has maintained its leading position in sustainability advisory and research across the Nordic region, according to Kantar Sifo’s Prospera survey. The bank ranked first in Sweden, Finland and Denmark and achieved a clear overall lead based on … Read the full press release

Strategic Risk Sharing Agreement Between EIB Group and BNP Paribas Expands Lending Capacity for French Businesses

(IN BRIEF) The EIB Group has signed a €112 million synthetic securitisation transaction with BNP Paribas to expand financing for French SMEs, mid-caps and climate-related projects. By taking on part of the credit risk of an existing loan portfolio, the … Read the full press release

EIB Advisory Partnership with Estonia Targets Financing Solutions to Expand Affordable Homes Beyond Major Cities

(IN BRIEF) The EIB and Estonia have launched a 13-month advisory partnership designed to expand affordable rental housing and stimulate residential investment outside the country’s largest counties. With only a small fraction of new homes currently being built in regional … Read the full press release

EIB Financing Supports Major Solar Expansion in Romania to Accelerate Clean Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank is providing €34 million in financing for three photovoltaic projects in southwestern Romania, part of a €121 million funding package alongside the EBRD and BCR. Developed primarily by Scatec with partner Defic Globe, the … Read the full press release