European Investment Bank Group

The EIB Group consists of:

European Investment Bank (EIB): Focuses on long-term financing for large projects in infrastructure, innovation and climate action.
European Investment Fund (EIF): Specialises in enhancing access to finance for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises through venture capital, guarantees and microfinance.

The EIB Group mobilises finance and expertise for sustainable development, innovation, and economic growth in Europe, as well as around the world.

Nadia Calviño is the president of the EIB Group.

EIB Group structure

The European Investment Bank The European Investment Fund

The European Investment Bank has been the lending arm of the European Union since 1958. Owned by the 27 EU Member States, it is a major multilateral lender and the world’s leading provider of climate finance.

The EIB offers loans, guarantees, equity investments and advisory services. We finance projects that create lasting impact, from climate action, cohesion and innovation to social infrastructure, security and defence.

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The European Investment Fund is the EIB Group's subsidiary specialising in support for small and medium-sized enterprises, start-ups, and innovators. We boost higher-risk investment by providing equity, loan guarantees and technical assistance through financial intermediaries such as banks, microfinance institutions and venture capital funds.

We play a key role in European venture capital, helping innovative companies scale up.

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The EIB Group

EIB Group structure

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The EIB Group's core strategic priorities

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