EBRD invested record $3.2 billion in Türkiye last year, its largest market

2026-01-30 - 08:35

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has revealed it invested a record €2.7 billion ($3.2 billion) in Türkiye last year, solidifying the country's position as the bank's largest single market by annual investment volume. Elisabetta Falcetti, the EBRD's Managing Director for Türkiye and the Caucasus, attributed this strong performance to the resilience and investment appetite of the Turkish private sector, alongside targeted support for green transformation and human capital. Focus on Private Sector and Earthquake Recovery Approximately 90% of the 2025 investment, amounting to nearly €2.5 billion, was channeled to private companies. Falcetti highlighted the dynamism of Turkish businesses, including SMEs, which have "learned how to manage a time of crisis." A significant portion of the bank's activities also centered on its earthquake response package for regions affected by the 2023 disaster. The bank has now surpassed its initial €1.5 billion pledge for reconstruction, funding critical municipal infrastructure projects in cities like Hatay and Adiyaman. Strategic Programs for Youth, Women, and Green Transition The EBRD launched several strategic financing facilities in Türkiye during the period. This includes the new €250 million "Youth in Business" program and the ongoing "Women in Business" initiative. For the green transition, the bank activated a third round of its €1 billion Green Economy Financing Facility (GEFF). Furthermore, the EBRD has committed up to $5 billion through 2030 for the Türkiye Industrial Decarbonization Investment Platform, targeting heavy industries like cement and steel. Economic Outlook and Continued Commitment Falcetti expressed optimism about Türkiye's economic prospects, forecasting growth of around 3.5% for 2026. She praised the country's economic management for focusing on disinflation and creating a more predictable business environment. With cumulative investments exceeding €23 billion since 2009 and an active portfolio of €8 billion, the EBRD plans to exceed last year's record investment level in the coming year, underscoring its long-term commitment to Türkiye's development, regional connectivity, and stability.