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Recent News About KfW Group
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KfW advances German hydrogen network with initial EUR 172 million funding
KfW has initiated a significant step in the development of Germany's hydrogen infrastructure by transferring EUR 172 million into an amortisation account.
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KfW supports Tanzania's efforts to enhance access to clean drinking water
World Water Day, observed annually on March 22 since 1993 and organized by the United Nations, highlights the importance of water and promotes mindful consumption of drinking water.
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KfW addresses allegations about projects in Lebanon, Peru, and Gaza
In a recent broadcast of the Markus Lanz Show on March 19, 2025, claims were made regarding German Development Cooperation projects.
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Water scarcity: A global crisis impacting human stability
We often discuss climate change, biodiversity loss, migration, and other pressing global issues, but water remains a less frequently addressed topic.
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DEG increases investment in North and West African sustainability-focused fund
DEG has announced an increase in its investment in Mediterrania Capital IV Mid-Cap, a private equity fund managed by Mediterrania Capital Partners.
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Christoph Johnscher appointed head of IT department at KfW Group
Christoph Johnscher will assume the role of Head of one of the IT departments at KfW Group starting April 1, 2025.
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KfW announces leadership changes in risk management and transaction departments
Gaetano Panno will assume the role of Head of the Non-Financial Risk Department at KfW starting April 1, 2025.
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Germany sees rise in newly founded businesses in response to labor market challenges
In 2024, Germany experienced a slight increase in the number of newly founded businesses compared to the previous year.
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Germany faces pressure on traditional growth model amid global shifts
Germany's economic growth model, traditionally reliant on the export of high-quality capital goods within a multilateral trading framework, is experiencing mounting pressure.
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More German SMEs complete digital projects but face growing divide
German small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are gradually advancing in their digitalisation efforts, according to recent findings from the KfW SME Panel.
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Demographic changes challenge German SMEs with recruitment issues
The demographic trends in Germany are presenting significant challenges for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to recent findings from the KfW SME Panel of September 2024.
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Women leadership declines further in German SMEs
The proportion of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany led by women has seen a decline, according to recent findings from KfW Research.
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KfW Capital commits EUR 1.6 billion to strengthen venture capital ecosystem
KfW Capital, a subsidiary of KfW, reported commitments of EUR 1.6 billion last year, following a high volume of around EUR 2.1 billion in 2023.
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German SME business climate declines further as optimism fades
The business climate among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany has shown a decline, according to the latest KfW-ifo SME Barometer.
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KfW signs EUR 150M deal with Cape Town for electricity grid modernization
Global and European cooperation has become crucial in addressing the growing polarization and fragmentation in today's world.
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KfW IPEX-Bank supports Carisbrooke Shipping's fleet modernization with EUR 26 million financing
KfW IPEX-Bank is providing financial support to Carisbrooke Shipping for its fleet renewal initiative.
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KPMG and KfW report urges steps for scalable DLT-based capital markets
KPMG and KfW have released a detailed analysis on the maturity of the DLT-based capital market in Germany and Europe.
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Burtinle District Hospital wins architecture award for sustainable design
Somalia has been grappling with significant challenges such as social inequality, extreme poverty, ongoing conflicts, and climate change-induced weather events.
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KfW Capital launches EUR 200 million facility for impact venture capital funds
A new opportunity has emerged for impact venture capital (VC) funds in Germany and Europe with the introduction of the "Impact Facility" by KfW Capital.
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KfW predicts German GDP contraction amid economic stagnation
KfW Research has revised its forecast for Germany's economic performance in 2025, predicting a contraction of 0.2 percent in the country's gross domestic product (GDP).