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BBVA Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) posted record revenues of €3.2 billion in the first half of 2025, representing a 28% increase compared to the same period of 2024. All business units delivered double-digit growth: Global Markets (GM) rose 31% year-on-year; Global Transaction Banking (GTB) 17%; and Investment Banking & Finance (IB&F) 32%. BBVA CIB’s loan book expanded by 10% versus December 2024, supported by landmark operations in project finance and corporate lending across Spain, Mexico, and the U.S. Attributable profit reached €1.55 billion, up 34% year-on-year. Profitability improved across key geographies, particularly in Spain, Continental Europe, and the U.S. Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria CIB continued to strengthen its relationships with corporate and institutional clients globally, underpinned by its industry model. The bank continues reinforcing its presence in strategic regions such as the U.S, the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia, and Brazil, and consolidating its position as a trusted partner. BBVA CIB’s cross-border business continued to show strong momentum, leveraging its multi-geographic footprint. Activity levels remained high, particularly in Mexico and Europe, where BBVA continues to gain market share. The bank’s value proposition remains especially compelling for clients in the Americas and Asia, who are expanding their operations across BBVA’s footprint through both long-term structured financing and transactional solutions. #Sustainability as a driver of business Between January and June 2025, BBVA CIB mobilized approximately €31.9 billion in sustainable finance, a 34% year-on-year increase. The bank continues to actively promote clean technology financing and renewable energy projects across the wholesale segment. Key initiatives include sustainability-linked confirming lines, among others. Of note, renewable energy project financing alone totaled €1.6 billion during the first half of the year. https://lnkd.in/dGwkwD6k

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Proud to announce Europe's First IBM Quantum System Two. Today marks a significant milestone as IBM unveils one of the world's most powerful quantum systems at the IBM-Euskadi Quantum Computational Center in San Sebastián, Spain, in collaboration with the Basque Government. This installation, the first in Europe and second outside the US, underscores Europe's commitment to quantum computing leadership. Quantum technology holds immense potential for our industries, research communities, and governments. By rapidly deploying systems like this, we're ensuring the continent stays at the forefront of such transformative technology and support the European Commission's Quantum Europe Strategy, aiming to establish Europe as a global quantum leader by 2030. To a brighter, more innovative future for Europe. Thanks Imanol Pradales Gil, Jay Gambetta, Horacio Morell Find out more in Fortune: https://lnkd.in/dJAtQEJG

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The labour market is evolving fast. According to Santander’s Tomorrow’s Skills report, 80% of workers think they will need to reskill by 2030. 🎬 In the third episode of The Why Series, Javier Rogla, our Chief People Officer & Global Head of Santander Universities, introduces Santander Open Academy: our free global learning initiative designed to boost employability in a rapidly changing world. With top-tier courses, scholarships and content delivered in partnership with leading institutions, Santander Open Academy is open to everyone — no need to be a Santander customer. Whether you're just starting out, changing careers, or committed to lifelong learning in AI or data, you'll find flexible, practical, and relevant training to help you grow. 👉 Learn more at santanderopenacademy.com 🚀 Explore The Why Series to uncover the ideas driving our transformation: https://lnkd.in/dE8eZPPf 

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Shaping the Future of Payments in Ireland. On 23 September, the Central Bank of Ireland hosted its 2025 Payments Seminar bringing together leaders from banking, payments, and fintech. Our colleague Javier Rodríguez Sánchez, Head of Retail Web Channel and Mobile Apps, represented Bankinter as a panellist, contributing to discussions alongside experts from Amazon, Citibank, Stripe, and the ECB. The seminar explored the National Payments Strategy and the Eurosystem’s Retail Payment Strategy, highlighting the importance of collaboration in building a more resilient and efficient payments ecosystem. Thank you to all involved - and to Karen O'Leary for moderating. Read more at https://lnkd.in/evzUgdUR

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There are some headaches you can’t avoid; but cross-border payments shouldn’t be one of them. Unpredictable fees, delays, and lack of visibility make international transactions harder than they should be. For finance teams, they're a risk to cash flow and growth. At iBanFirst, we cut through the complexity with solutions that give businesses clarity, control, and confidence: 📌 No hidden costs. 📌 Fast, transparent transfers. 📌 Full visibility at every step. 👉 Discover more on our blog: https://lnkd.in/eYDszWWi

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🗣️ At Bloomberg’s Future of Finance conference in Madrid, Ana Martín de Santa Olalla Sánchez, CEO of CaixaBank Asset Management, shared powerful insights on the evolution of mutual funds and the broader financial landscape in Spain.   💹 As the leader of the top asset management firm in the Spanish market, Ana emphasized the urgent need to shift our mindset—from saving to long-term investing. She highlighted how mutual funds now represent 16% of household savings, a figure that has tripled over the past decade.   👨‍🎓💡Key to this transformation? Financial education and #innovation. These pillars are essential to empower individuals and drive sustainable economic growth.   Ana also addressed structural challenges in the Spanish economy, including the shortage of real estate supply and the innovation gap. Her call to action: increase investment in R&D to unlock future potential.   #FutureOfFinance #FinanceInnovation #banking

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Catalonia is taking a giant leap into space 🚀 The Government of Catalonia has launched the Catalonia Space Strategy 2030, a roadmap to strengthen the local space industry and contribute to European technological sovereignty. 💰 A new €40M public capital fund will support this initiative, which is expected to mobilize up to €150M in public and private investment over the next five years. 🗣 Miquel Sàmper Rodríguez, Minister for Business and Labour, highlighted: “We are committed to industrial restructuring through space technologies.” 🌌 The strategy was presented at the Montsec Astronomical Park in Àger, with participation from: AVANÇSA, European Space Agency - ESA, Agencia Espacial Española, Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya, Open Cosmos, Airbus DS Geo SGSA, Pangea Propulsion, and the International Space University (ISU). This ambitious plan will help Catalonia become a benchmark in the European #SpaceEconomy, fostering innovation, talent, and collaboration. 📡 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dcfTXXvp #Catalonia #SpaceTech #Innovation #Investment #NewSpace #TechSovereignty

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Agentic AI isn’t just smarter automation—it’s a strategic shift toward systems that can think, reason, and act independently within safe boundaries. But with hype comes confusion. In this article from ComputerWeekly en Español, our CTO, Glenn Nethercutt explores what #AgenticAI is, what it isn’t, and why ethical frameworks like constitutional AI are essential to its responsible use. If your organization is navigating the AI opportunity, this is a must-read. https://lnkd.in/gSssj64T

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