The National Bank of Hungary (MNB) marked the signing of the first investment loan under its Certified Corporate Loan scheme, which aims to help small and medium-sized enterprises obtain favourable financing for investment projects through a quicker, simpler process. The initiative is intended to strengthen domestic corporate lending and improve the quality of the credit market within the central bank’s mandate. The investment loan facility was established via an agreement between the MNB and the Hungarian Banking Association. The first contract was signed between Erste Bank and Ostorosbor Ltd, with the loan supporting capacity expansion and sustainability-related investments at the winery. Applications for Certified Corporate Loans have been available since 1 September 2025 at branch offices of OTP Bank, Erste Bank and MBH Bank, and the MNB indicated that additional banks may join later.
National Bank of Hungary 2025-09-11
National Bank of Hungary inaugurates Certified Corporate Loan scheme for SMEs with first investment loan contract
The National Bank of Hungary (MNB) launched its Certified Corporate Loan scheme to facilitate investment financing for small and medium-sized enterprises, enhancing domestic corporate lending and credit market quality. The first loan was signed between Erste Bank and Ostorosbor Ltd for capacity expansion and sustainability investments. Applications are available at OTP Bank, Erste Bank, and MBH Bank, with potential for more banks to participate.