The European Investment Bank and BNP Paribas sign an agreement to support European energy grids through up to EUR 700 million in bank guarantees. The EIB provides up to EUR 350 million in counter-guarantees, enabling a guarantee portfolio of up to EUR 700 million.
Africa's leading venture capital fund managers convene at Oxford for the 2026 edition of the AVFP, aiming to strengthen investment expertise and advance venture investing across Africa. Following the edition, the AVFP alumni network includes more than 100 fund managers from 20 countries and 80 venture capital firms.
The EIB and Intesa Sanpaolo sign a €300 million agreement to support construction of new student residences and affordable housing in Italy. The initiative could trigger total investments estimated at around €600 million, with the agreement supporting projects in both student accommodation and affordable housing.
The EIB Group will further reduce red tape for businesses seeking financing for green-transition projects. The Boards of Directors of the EIB and the EIF also approve €11.5 billion in new financing for energy, housing and global partnerships.
