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Recent News About KfW Group
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Germany's corporate sector boosts climate investments despite hurdles
In 2023, businesses in Germany increased their investments in climate solutions, reaching a total of EUR 85 billion.
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KfW revises Germany's GDP growth forecasts amid rising uncertainties
KfW Research has revised its economic growth forecasts for Germany, adjusting the expected gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate for 2025 to 0.5%, down from the previously anticipated 1.0%.
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Banks finance Mainova WebHouse's sustainable data centers in Frankfurt
A consortium of banks, including ING, Investec, KfW, KfW IPEX-Bank, Kommunalkredit, LBBW, NORD/LB, and SEB, has agreed to provide EUR 475 million in debt financing to Mainova WebHouse.
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German venture capital investor sentiment improves but exit challenges persist
Sentiment among venture capital investors in Germany has shown significant improvement in the third quarter of 2024.
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German private equity market sentiment hits four-year low
Sentiment in the German private equity market has significantly deteriorated for the second consecutive quarter.
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KfW IPEX-Bank boosts funding for Voltera's US electric vehicle charging expansion
KfW IPEX-Bank has announced a $50 million financing deal for Voltera, a company focused on developing and operating charging infrastructure for zero-emission vehicle fleets in the United States.
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DEG invests €23M for solar projects enhancing Senegal's rural power supply
The rural region of Casamance in southern Senegal faces significant infrastructure challenges, with many households lacking connection to the power grid.
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Crisis-resilient loans offer relief to developing countries facing climate change
The impact of climate change is severe for numerous developing nations.
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PIK and KfW propose new financial model for carbon removals at World Climate Summit
The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) and KfW, a leading promotional bank, have introduced a new financing concept for carbon removals at the World Climate Summit.
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KfW IPEX-Bank joins EUR 220M financing for DAH Group's biogas expansion
KfW IPEX-Bank has joined a consortium of five banks to finance the DAH Group's biogas platform.
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KfW Entrepreneurs' Award honors innovative German startups with cash prizes
The KfW Entrepreneurs' Award, an annual event recognizing innovative companies across Germany, took place in Berlin.
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KfW Capital honors top investors for gender diversity and impact initiatives
The KfW Capital Awards 2024 have announced their winners, recognizing significant contributions in the venture capital ecosystem.
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Progress reported despite suspension of COP 16 on biodiversity
The COP 16 on biodiversity, held in Cali, was suspended on November 2 after negotiations failed to reach a formal conclusion.
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KfW reports strong Q3 results driven by energy efficiency investments
The KfW Group has reported an increase in new commitments within its Private Clients segment, reaching approximately EUR 15.3 billion by the end of September 2024.
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BayernLB and KfW IPEX-Bank finance new electric trains for Ostsee-Alster network
BayernLB and KfW IPEX-Bank are collaborating to finance the acquisition of 18 electric double-deck trains for the Ostsee-Alster network.
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Non-profits now eligible for ERP start-up loan in Germany
The ERP Start-up Loan – StartGeld program is expanding its reach to include non-profit enterprises starting November 1.
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KfW IPEX-Bank leads financing for major US offshore wind farm project
KfW IPEX-Bank is playing a significant role in the financing of the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Farm project in the United States.
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German SME business sentiment sees slight dip amid mixed sector performance
Business sentiment among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany experienced a slight decline in October, according to the latest KfW-ifo SME Barometer.
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KfW IPEX-Bank backs Swissport’s electrification with EUR 170 million financing
KfW IPEX-Bank has joined a EUR 170 million financing initiative to support Swissport International AG in its efforts to enhance its ground support equipment.
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Study links German development spending to increased exports and job creation
Spending on development cooperation has a positive impact on prosperity and employment in Germany, according to a recent study by the University of Göttingen for KfW.