European Investment Fund
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UnclaimedThe European Investment Fund (EIF) is the European Union's financing arm for SMEs and mid-caps and part of the EIB Group.
Last updated September 15, 2026
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Overview
The European Investment Fund (EIF) is part of the EIB Group and describes itself as the European Union's financing arm for SMEs and mid-caps, focusing on financial instruments that make financing more accessible and affordable for businesses. It also funds infrastructure investments with a social and sustainability objective, and supports infrastructure investment indirectly by developing markets, taking higher risk, and investing equity through funds and intermediaries. The EIF is AAA rated by all three major rating agencies and reports a strong capital base of €7.37 billion.
History
Since 1994, the EIF has been the European Union's financing arm for SMEs and mid-caps. It is part of the EIB Group and is an EU body focusing on financial instruments that make financing more accessible and affordable for businesses, supporting innovation, growth, competitiveness, social impact and sustainability across the EU. The EIF also funds infrastructure investments with a social and sustainability objective. It operates under the leadership of EIB Group President Nadia Calviño, and its efforts in unlocking finance for SMEs and funding infrastructure projects are aligned with EU public policy as well as the EIB's eight strategic priorities.
Products and positioning
The EIF positions itself as powering businesses and strengthening Europe, channelling funding to businesses in key areas of the economy and fostering EU objectives that benefit both people and the economy.
Debt financing toolkit
Keeps finance accessible and affordable for entrepreneurs.
Equity funding
Flows through the ecosystem to underserved markets, first time teams, and strategic investments.
Guarantee products
Listed among the EIF's offerings for intermediaries.
Equity products
Listed among the EIF's offerings for intermediaries.
Recent events
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