MENA-based MSMEs contribute nearly two-thirds of the region's GDP and almost 75% of employment. Yet, they struggle to secure funding. Many businesses are still excluded from the formal financial system as they fail to meet financial institutions' lending criteria. This funding shortfall disproportionately affects young, female and rural entrepreneurs.
European Fund for Southeast Europe is a Luxembourg-based SICAV and discloses in line with requirements stipulated by Article 9 of the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) Assets under Management: €1.5B Investment Theme: MSME Financing Regions: Southeast Europe and the Caucasus Investment Structure: Private Debt + Blended Finance
With its young, growing and digitally savvy population, the MENA region is brimming with potential and innovation. But promising entrepreneurs are struggling to obtain financing, as financial institutions perceive them to be too risky. We have a solution. We broaden financial inclusion for MSMEs by investing via our financial institution partners. In addition, our Advisory & Capacity Building team works with our partners to structure tailored products and provide training for their borrowers. The team also works directly with MSMEs to formalise their accounts and modernise their operations.
Our size, local presence and 20-year heritage make us the flagship impact fund for Southeast Europe We aim to transform businesses to generate diversified returns for investors and inclusive, sustainable growth. We achieve this by providing financing to micro, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) through 80+ financial institutions, including banks, leasing companies and micro-finance institutions. We also promote the highest standards across markets, financial institutions and businesses through our Advisory & Capacity Building services.
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