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At BASQUEFIK, we continue to take part in sector-specific forums and discussion platforms that facilitate the exchange of perspectives among the various stakeholders involved.

BME has welcomed Arteche to the Main Market of the Stock Exchange after more than four years on the BME Growth market.

Kutxabank will complete its acquisition of Cajasur in two weeks with the completion of its technological integration

At BASQUEFIK, in collaboration with HETEL – Heziketa Teknikoko Elkartea (FP-LH), we have organized the BASQUEFIK Financial Week programme, an initiative aimed at second-year students of the Higher Degree in Administration and Finance at the Somorrostro Training Centre.

The Basque Government strengthens its commitment to sustainable finance and impact investment as a key tool to accelerate the ecological transition and social progress in the Basque Country.

At BASQUEFIK, we continue working on the development of an updated diagnosis of the financial and investment ecosystem of the Basque Country, enabling us to better understand its current situation and the main challenges facing the sector.

BASQUEFIK – the Basque Finance and Investment Cluster – recently held a meeting of its Board of Directors in the Boardroom of the Bilbao Stock Exchange. The session brought together the members of the Board of Directors in a meeting that reinforces the organisation’s established practice of collaborative work.

Yesterday, BASQUEFIK held its Christmas Cup at the iconic Bilbao Stock Exchange building.

Kutxabank supports the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) in launching a pioneering comprehensive care service for the university community of the Álava Campus, which is made up of more than 8,000 students

The chairman of BBVA took part this Friday in the second edition of the Gran Vía Forum in Bilbao, an event promoted by the BBK Foundation. Carlos Torres Vila focused his remarks on how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the relationship between banks and their customers. As he explained, BBVA sees artificial intelligence as an […]

The guarantees issued, totaling around 64 million euros, along with a 22 million euro loan, have enabled the Basque shipyard to build the fourth vessel for the Norwegian shipowner Inthersip AS.

Kutxabank has obtained AENOR certification based on the UNE 19602 standard for its Tax Compliance System. This certification recognizes that the bank’s tax compliance system incorporates the best principles to prevent, detect, and mitigate tax risks, aligning with the strict requirements of this standard.

From BASQUEFIK – the Basque Finance and Investment Cluster, we would like to acknowledge the milestone that Fundación Vital Fundazioa is celebrating this year: the creation of the Vitoria Savings Bank in 1850

Today we held the 2nd BASQUEFIK Meeting – The Future of Money: Sovereignty, Regulation, and Business Models, a day that allowed us to examine, from multiple perspectives, how the monetary framework is being reconfigured and what implications this has for institutions, businesses, and citizens.

From the cluster, we continue developing and advancing the working groups, consolidating a collaborative space where we share knowledge, experiences, and common goals

On November 18, we will hold the 2nd BASQUEFIK Meeting – The Future of Money: Sovereignty, Regulation and Business Models, at the BAT Tower (Bilbao).A day to explore the challenges and opportunities arising from the transformation of the financial system towards a digital and global environment.

The second edition of Banks in Quantum Days, organized by BBVA and the Provincial Council of Bizkaia, brought together 100 representatives from 50 financial institutions to examine applications of quantum computing. The forum addressed threats to current cryptography, financial optimization through quantum advantage, and the development of specialized talent in the field.

BASQUEFIK and CEBEK have signed a collaboration agreement to bring financial instruments closer to the business fabric. The alliance aims to foster investment, financial innovation, and the consolidation of startups and SMEs. Its goal is to strengthen Bizkaia’s economic ecosystem and create new growth opportunities.

The event highlighted the strength and cohesion of the Basque financial and investment ecosystem, an environment that moves forward united, through public-private collaboration and with a transformative vision, aiming to connect investment with the economic and industrial development of the region.

The Basque Institute of Finance (IVF) and COFIDES are providing €1.38 million to fund the development of a cutting-edge high-resolution thermal infrared camera by Satlantis and its UK subsidiary SuperSharp. With a total investment of €7.9 million, the project strengthens the Basque commitment to space technology under the Euskadi Eraldatuz 2030 plan, promoting industrial internationalization […]

LKS Next Corporate acted as listing sponsor and advisor in the stock market launch of Inmolecule Nanotech, which made its debut on August 18, 2025, on Euronext Access Paris under the ticker MLINA and with a reference price of €3.82 per share.

The innovative program—developed in close collaboration with educational institutions and with the support of Funcas (Foundation of Savings Banks)—will reach over 3,000 students in its new 2025-2026 edition.”

Recent meetings of our working groups generate new ideas that help strengthen Euskadi’s financial ecosystem. Each contribution reinforces our collective project.

The Basque Government has launched ‘Euskadi Eraldatuz 2030’, a €1 billion investment plan to be channeled through the Basque Financial Alliance. The strategy aims to strengthen business roots in the region, foster growth, and attract foreign capital, mobilizing up to €4 billion in total investment. This program is aligned with the Basque Industry 2030 Plan […]

Together with eight major European banks, CaixaBank is driving the creation of a euro-denominated stablecoin regulated under MiCA. The initiative aims to deliver faster, safer, and more efficient digital payments across Europe. The project strengthens Europe’s strategic autonomy in the financial sector.

The bank increased domiciled payrolls in Euskadi by 3.7%, surpassing 158,000 and reaching a 20% market share.Growth is supported by the “Día a Día” program and promotional campaigns across branches and digital channels.Nationally, CaixaBank has over 6.3 million domiciled payrolls, consolidating its leadership in Spain.

We attended the Nordic Fintech Week in Copenhagen, a key platform to learn about the trends that will shape the future of finance in Europe. We gained insights on digital sovereignty, modular banking, personalized savings, and more human-centered financial experiences. We believe these ideas can inspire and strengthen our financial ecosystem in Euskadi.

On October 1, the Basque Government will present the “Euskadi Eraldatuz 2030” plan to channel €1 billion toward innovation, digitalization, and human capital in Basque companies. The plan aims to strengthen competitiveness, promote sustainability, and attract talent, mobilizing both private and public investment. Its development has involved multiple government departments, the Basque Financial Alliance, and […]

BASQUEFIK has held the first meetings of its Working Groups, collaborative spaces aimed at identifying challenges and generating joint proposals. These initiatives will be translated into concrete actions to support the economic and financial development of the Basque Country within the framework of the 2025-2028 Strategic Plan.

In Spain, one out of every four small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) placed their trust in BBVA during the first half of the year. This reinforces the bank’s position as the leading institution in SME acquisition over the past three years.

The PhD thesis of Ibon Gil de San Vicente analyzes how financial centralization weakens local centers and limits long term investment in the Basque Country.The work proposes a practical framework based on public-private collaboration and underlines the role of BASQUEFIK as a reference model to foster business financing and the competitiveness of the territory.

At BASQUEFIK, we have held the Kick-off of our first two Working Groups.With them, we take the step of turning the Plan into concrete actions, sharing knowledge and generating collaborative proposals.

BME Scaleup has today welcomed Saint Croix Holding Immobilier, which began trading on BME’s growth markets on July 30

Kutxabank has appointed Naia Eroa as the new Head of Corporate Banking and Financing Solutions, strengthening its commitment to the growth of the wholesale business. With a solid background in corporate and investment banking, Eroa has led transactions worth €900 million in just over a year. Her appointment is part of the 2025-2027 Strategic Plan, […]

This week at BASQUEFIK, we’re taking a key step in rolling out the 2025-2028 Strategic Plan: launching the Working Groups that will set the course for transforming Euskadi’s financial and investment ecosystem.

Te invitamos a visitar nuestra web y explorar sus principales secciones: Quiénes somos, Áreas de trabajo, Qué ofrecemos y Actualidad, donde descubrirás cómo contribuimos al desarrollo del ecosistema financiero e inversor de EuskadIi.

SIX has published the key monthly figures from SIX Swiss Exchange and BME Exchange regarding trading and listing activity in Switzerland and Spain

SIX has published the key monthly figures from SIX Swiss Exchange and BME Exchange regarding trading and listing activity in Switzerland and Spain

CaixaBank has provided over €321 million in mortgage loans in Euskadi for home purchases during the first half of 2025. This represents a growth of over 40% compared with the same period last year.

IVF has today signed a €10 million financing agreement with ULMA Group to support the investment plan of this Basque cooperative

GSIF Spain has acquired a stake in Sabico Group to foster its sustainable and inclusive growth. The transaction reinforces both entities’ commitment to social and environmental impact

Kutxabank achieved a net profit of €332.4 million in the first half of 2025, driven by strong growth in mortgage lending and corporate financing. Sustainable finance reached €2.033 billion, while 50% of profits were allocated to social dividends

The Management Committee of BME Scaleup has approved the listing of Inmobiliaria Marbella SOCIMI on July 24, after reviewing and analyzing all the documentation submitted by the company and receiving a favorable assessment report from the Market and Listings Coordination Committee

Both institutions have strengthened their support for university education through a significant scholarship fund, DeustoForum, and the Deusto Cities Lab Chair.

The General Assemblies of Euskadi have approved a tax reform that modifies the taxation of social welfare schemes, effective from January 2026. The regulation updates limits, deductions, and incentives to strengthen retirement savings as a complement to public pensions

How is the Tax Administration in Euskadi addressing the challenge of digitalization? This question has been the central theme of today’s UPV-EHU Summer Course, which featured the Deputy Minister of Finance, Iñaki Alonso, among its speakers

The treasury stock of IBEX 35® companies—i.e., the number of own shares held on the balance sheets of listed firms—fell by 34% at the end of 2024, to 579 million shares. This is the lowest figure in five years and is mainly due to record levels of share cancellations, which companies are increasingly using as […]

Talde closed 2024 with a profit of €30.5 million, well above the €5.5 million of the previous year, thanks to the strong performance of its investments. The Meeting approved the distribution of a total dividend of €2.5 per share, with the remainder allocated to reserves. Its current portfolio comprises 13 companies in sectors such as […]

CaixaBank, through MicroBank, and Edinor, a Repsol subsidiary, have jointly promoted the creation of Local Energy Communities (LECs) at the national level.

Within the framework of BAcceleration Week, our CEO, Lexuri Elorriaga Lekue, participated in the roundtable “The Tech-Driven Evolution of Banking,” where the challenges and opportunities of financial digitalization were discussed alongside industry leaders. The event took place at BAT B Accelerator Tower and highlighted collaboration and innovation as drivers of change.

Investment in intangible assets in Spain is highly concentrated territorially, according to a recent study by BBVA Research. Madrid, Catalonia, the Basque Country, and the Valencian Community lead innovation spending, accounting for over 70% of the national total. The analysis is based on a new indicator constructed from banking transactions, which allows for a detailed […]

From the first claims regarding floor clauses to the wave of mortgage-related claims, banking law has undergone a significant transformation in recent years.

BASQUEFIK – the Basque Finance and Investment Cluster – had the honor of attending the WITH 2025 Gala, held at the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. An inspiring event that recognizes female leadership in the financial and business sectors, and reinforces the collective commitment to equality and the visibility of talent.

BASQUEFIK, the Basque finance and investment cluster, presented its 2025-2028 Strategic Plan at its General Assembly, held at the Bilbao Stock Exchange. The main objective of the plan is “to prioritize and position the sector as a growth engine for the region,” the document highlights.

BASQUEFIK, the Basque finance and investment cluster, has unveiled the main pillars of its roadmap for the coming years. The initiative aims to enhance the sector’s competitiveness, promote new financing opportunities for companies, and establish Euskadi as an attractive investment hub.

A guide, sponsored by the Ministry of Industry and Tourism, recognizes the work of professionals who stand out in various fields of expertise.

Since the beginning of the year, at BASQUEFIK we have been working to lay the foundations of the ecosystem we want to build: more competitive, innovative, and connected.

Lexuri Elorriaga, CEO of BASQUEFIK, participated in the WITH Gala highlighting that “talent has no gender” and that visibility is an essential driver of transformation in the business world.

From BASQUEFIK – Euskadi’s Finance and Investment Cluster, we would like to thank you for the invitation to be part of an event that not only recognizes professional careers, but also activates collaboration networks, showcases talent, and strengthens a model of leadership that is more inclusive, courageous, and connected to society’s real challenges.

The Sustainability and Circular Business (SyNC) Research team at MIK, affiliated with Mondragon University’s Faculty of Business, has launched a new digital tool that enables organizations to advance toward more sustainable and circular business models, improving their environmental performance and resource efficiency through the analysis of the plastic environmental footprint.

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028.

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028.

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028.

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028.

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028.

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028.

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028.

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028.

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028.

BASQUEFIK presenta su Plan Estratégico 2025-2028.

BASQUEFIK presents its 2025-2028 Strategic Plan

The Investment Club launched by Mondragon University two years ago to train students and teach them how to invest in controlled and CSR-oriented environments has consolidated itself in its second year of operation.

International experts from Singularity University, a Silicon Valley institution focused on fostering transformational leadership, predict that the next five to ten years will bring more and larger technological changes than those experienced over the past century.

En BASQUEFIK queremos promover el uso del euskera en el sector financiero.

En BASQUEFIK queremos promover el uso del euskera en el sector financiero.

En BASQUEFIK queremos promover el uso del euskera en el sector financiero.

En BASQUEFIK queremos promover el uso del euskera en el sector financiero.

BASQUEFIK participated in the SNML to reflect on new leadership models that integrate flexibility, authenticity and collaboration, and that favor both professional development and the well-being of people.

Lexuri Elorriaga, General Director of BASQUEFIK, highlights in her article the urgency of closing gender gaps in the financial sector, underlining not only the need for social justice but also the economic potential that advancing in equality represents.

Here’s a look at our first BASQUEFIK Meeting focused on Financial Asset Tokenization.

From BASQUEFIK — the Basque Country’s Finance and Investment Cluster — as part of WITH’s New Leadership Models Week (SNML2025).

“Our goal is to transform the financial and investment ecosystem of the Basque economy and align it with the needs of the business community.” Lexuri Elorriaga Lekue, General Director of BasqueFIK, explores both the current state and future prospects of the Cluster, as well as a sector that has been undergoing significant transformation in recent […]

BASQUEFIK, the new financial cluster of the Basque Country, is committed to transforming the regional ecosystem by fostering sustainability, innovation, and competitiveness. Its strategy focuses on attracting investment and talent, promoting financial education, and strengthening public private collaboration — always with a strong commitment to the region.