Maib, EBRD, and the EU join forces to finance local businesses

Maib continues to support businesses in the Republic of Moldova, fostering their development and enhancing competitiveness. In this regard, the banking sector leader has signed a new €10 million financing agreement with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), with the support of the European Union (EU), under the EU4Business – EBRD Credit Line. This agreement addresses the high demand for financing from SMEs through maib.  

The funds will be directed to Moldovan companies investing in equipment modernization, process improvement, and the development of products and services in line with European standards. At least 70% of the loan will be allocated to green technology investments, contributing to the transition toward a sustainable economy. 

The loan is complemented by grants provided by the European Union, offering financial incentives to maib clients who successfully complete their investment projects, as well as technical assistance for implementation, available to both maib and its clients. 

The new loan granted under the EBRD FIF – EaP SMECI Program (financed through the EU4Business–EBRD Credit Line) continues the six previous loans, totaling €50 million, provided since 2019. Over the years, thanks to these financings, maib, the EU and EBRD have supported more than 100 businesses, helping them grow, increase their competitiveness, and become success stories. 

The Republic of Moldova obtained candidate status for European Union membership in 2023, and this new financing contributes to achieving the goals of the EU Economic and Investment Plan for the Eastern Partnership countries. 

Maib, the largest bank in the Republic of Moldova with a market share of over 35%, has been a long-term partner of EBRD, collaborating since 1995. In 2025, for the fourth consecutive year, maib was named “Best Bank in Moldova” by Global Finance magazine.   

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About EBRD   

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is a multilateral bank that supports private sector development and entrepreneurial initiatives in 42 economies across three continents. The bank is owned by 77 countries, along with the EU and the EIB. EBRD’s investments aim to create competitive, inclusive, well-governed, green, resilient economies that are integrated within its regions.   

About maib   

Maib is the largest bank in the Republic of Moldova, serving nearly one-third of the country’s population. Since 2018, the largest minority shareholder of maib is a consortium that includes the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Invalda INVL, an asset management group from the Baltic countries, and Horizon Capital, a private investment fund focused on emerging markets.