Europese Investeringsbank behaalt financiële doelstelling 2012 (en)
EIB attained its 2012 funding target of EUR 60bn with the placing of a EUR 3bn 10-year EARN benchmark on 18th September. EIB will remain active in the market during the rest of the year, in order to capitalize on any attractive issuance opportunities in a selective manner. The Bank intends to give guidance on its issuance target for 2013 in due course.
Background information on EIB
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is the long-term lending institution of the European Union owned by its Member States. It makes long-term finance available for sound investment in order to contribute towards EU policy goals. The Bank’s strong credit standing is underpinned by exceptional asset quality, a strong capital base and liquidity, firm shareholder support, conservative risk management and a sound funding strategy.