Easy to read Since its establishment in 1958, the EU bank has invested over a trillion euros. While climate action is a part of everything we do, our activities focus on the following eight core strategic priorities:
- climate action,
- digitalisation and technological innovation,
- Security and defence,
- a modern cohesion policy,
- agriculture and bioeconomy,
- social infrastructure,
- high-impact global investment, and
- capital markets union.
The EIB works closely with other EU institutions to foster European integration, promote the development of the EU and support EU policies in over 160 countries around the world.
Through EIB Global, set up in 2022 to increase the impact of our development finance, we help address global challenges and create growth and opportunity in all continents.
Quick facts
Headquarters and history
Founded in Brussels in 1958, the EIB moved to Luxembourg in 1968. Explore our history, past presidents and find out more about our buildings
Facts and figures
The EIB Group has a strong focus on impact. Find an assessment of the macroeconomic contribution of its activities in Europe and key statutory figures
What we offer
We offer loans, guarantees, equity investments and advisory services. Read more about our financial products
Our priorities
We are one of the biggest multilateral financial institutions in the world and one of the largest providers of climate finance. We support projects that promote the EU's objectives. Find out more
European Investment Fund
The EIF, which is part of the EIB Group, supports Europe's micro, small and medium-sized enterprises by providing equity capital, loans and guarantees through a wide network of selected financial intermediaries. Learn more
Our people
The EIB now has more than 4 000 staff members, both in Luxembourg and in external offices. Find out more about working with us
Our projects
We help finance large and small-scale investment projects that support EU policy objectives. Discover our projects across Europe and around the world
Tackling global challenges
We believe that the need for multilateral action and effective support of development and growth outside Europe has never been greater. Find out how the EIB and its partners work together
Funding the EIB
Each Member State’s share in the Bank’s capital is based on its economic weight within the EU at the time of its accession. Find a breakdown of EIB capital
Our resources
The EIB is financially autonomous and raises money by issuing bonds on the capital markets. Our excellent credit rating means we raise money at good rates. Find out more about our resources and green bonds
Our clients
We lend to the public and private sectors. We support small companies through local banks while mid-caps can receive direct support for research and development investments. Explore the Bank's products and services
EIB at a glance
As one of the biggest multilateral financial institutions in the world, the EIB helps economies flourish, creates jobs and promotes equality. Since 1958, the EIB has provided loans and expert advice for thousands of projects in over 160 countries.