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Recent News About KfW Group
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German SMEs face continued decline as confidence drops again
Confidence among German small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) continues to decline as the year comes to a close.
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DEG grants EUR 30 million loan for JK Tyre's sustainable expansion
DEG has announced a long-term loan of EUR 30 million to JK Tyre Industries Ltd (JKTIL), an Indian tyre manufacturer.
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WHO calls for migrant support on International Migrants Day
On December 18, the World Health Organization (WHO), in collaboration with the International Organisation for Migration (IOM), marked International Migrants Day.
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KfW IPEX-Bank supports Neoen's Australian renewable energy expansion
KfW IPEX-Bank is playing a significant role in the expansion of Neoen's renewable energy portfolio in Australia.
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KfW opens applications for Urban Living Awards with EUR 40k prize pool
Applications are now open for the KfW Award Urban Living 2025, marking the second occasion that KfW Group is offering these awards.
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KfW IPEX-Bank joins banking club to finance Finland's energy transition
A banking consortium, comprising KfW IPEX-Bank, Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (SEB), and Hamburg Commercial Bank (HCOB), has committed over EUR 100 million to Auris Energia.
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German SMEs struggle with sustainability data amid changing banking expectations
Many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany are not well-prepared to meet the potential future demands of banks and savings banks for sustainability indicators during loan negotiations.
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DEG invests $20M in Mexican sustainable housing through Vinte's SDG bond
DEG has strengthened its partnership with Vinte Viviendas Integrales, S.A.B. de C.V. (Vinte) by investing in sustainable housing projects in Mexico.
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KfW outlines funding strategy for 2025 focusing on green bonds and digitalization
KfW Group has announced its plans for the upcoming year, outlining its funding strategy and focus areas during its annual capital market press conference.
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Skills shortage impacts German industry less but remains high
At the beginning of the fourth quarter, nearly 32% of businesses in Germany reported being affected by skills shortages.
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German-African Business Summit focuses on collaboration opportunities
The German-African Business Summit (GABS) took place in Nairobi, Kenya, from December 2nd to 4th, 2024.
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Growth Fund Germany commits over half target volume within first year
Around one year after its final closing, the Growth Fund Germany has committed more than half of its target volume of EUR 567 million to 29 venture capital funds as of November 30, 2024.
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Stefan Wintels' contract as CEO extended by KfW until September 2029
KfW's Board of Supervisory Directors has confirmed the extension of Stefan Wintels' term as Chief Executive Officer until September 30, 2029.
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Arkansas solar project secures $300 million funding for green energy development
Green & Clean Power LLC (GCP) has secured approximately $300 million in debt and equity financing to develop a solar energy generation and battery storage facility in Osceola, Arkansas.
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German SMEs face ongoing decline in business sentiment
The sentiment among German small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) continued its downward trajectory in November, marking the sixth consecutive month of decline.
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Bio24 Social wins KfW people's choice award for tackling loneliness
The startup Bio24 Social from Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania has been awarded the people's choice award as part of the KfW Entrepreneurs' Award.
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KfW appoints Aida Welker to board; extends Dr Velibor Marjanovic's contract
KfW has announced the appointment of Aida Welker to the Management Board of its subsidiary, KfW IPEX-Bank.
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Germany advances national hydrogen strategy with EUR 24 billion KfW loan
KfW is backing the development of a national hydrogen core network in Germany, acting on behalf of the German Federal Government.
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Morocco advances towards renewable energy goal with new wind farm
Morocco is advancing its renewable energy goals with the commissioning of the Jbel Lahdid wind farm in Essaouira.
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KfW enables digital submissions for heating system promotion grants
KfW has announced a new step in its plan to promote climate-friendly heating systems.