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                    <title>BBVA Steps Up its Commitment to the United States: Growing With Focus, Senior Leadership and Discipline in the World’s Largest Financial Market</title>
                    <link>https://www.bbva.com/en/enterprises/bbva-steps-up-its-commitment-to-the-united-states-growing-with-focus-senior-leadership-and-discipline-in-the-worlds-largest-financial-market/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:15:41 +0000</pubDate>
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                        <![CDATA[Pilar Martínez Fariña]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Cross-border business]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Financing for companies]]>
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                            <![CDATA[Operating in the world’s largest and most competitive financial market requires more than scale. It requires focus, specialisation and flawless execution. BBVA has chosen a clear and deliberate strategy: to grow selectively, where it can deliver genuine differentiated value and build long-term relationships with large corporates and financial institutions. Regina Gil, Head of BBVA CIB in the United States, outlines the keys to a sustained ambition in an environment that demands excellence in execution.]]>
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                            <![CDATA[Operating in the world’s largest and most competitive financial market requires more than scale. It requires focus, specialisation and flawless execution. BBVA has chosen a clear and deliberate strategy: to grow selectively, where it can deliver genuine differentiated value and build long-term relationships with large corporates and financial institutions. Regina Gil, Head of BBVA CIB in the United States, outlines the keys to a sustained ambition in an environment that demands excellence in execution.]]>
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                    <title>BBVA Strengthens its Position in Global Trade Finance with a Strategic Investment in Olea</title>
                    <link>https://www.bbva.com/en/enterprises/bbva-strengthens-its-position-in-global-trade-finance-with-a-strategic-investment-in-olea/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:59:50 +0000</pubDate>
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                        <![CDATA[Pilar Martínez Fariña]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Cross-border business]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Investment bank]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Transactional banking]]>
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                            <![CDATA[BBVA has led a $30 million funding round in Olea, the digital platform specialized in supply chain finance solutions. With this transaction, BBVA strengthens its role as a strategic partner and key driver of Olea’s growth. The round also included participation from XDC Network, theDock, and SC Ventures, the innovation arm of Standard Chartered.]]>
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                            <![CDATA[BBVA has led a $30 million funding round in Olea, the digital platform specialized in supply chain finance solutions. With this transaction, BBVA strengthens its role as a strategic partner and key driver of Olea’s growth. The round also included participation from XDC Network, theDock, and SC Ventures, the innovation arm of Standard Chartered.]]>
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                    <title>BBVA Travels to Beijing with the Spanish Delegation to Support the International Expansion of Enterprises in Asia</title>
                    <link>https://www.bbva.com/en/enterprises/bbva-travels-to-beijing-with-the-spanish-delegation-to-support-the-international-expansion-of-enterprises-in-asia/</link>
                    <pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:09:12 +0000</pubDate>
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                        <![CDATA[Pilar Martínez Fariña]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Advice for companies]]>
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                                <![CDATA[International expansion]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Investment bank]]>
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                            <![CDATA[The third meeting of the Spain–China Business Advisory Council (BAC), held in Beijing as part of the State visit of Their Majesties the King and Queen of Spain to China, once again highlighted the importance of economic dialogue between the two countries. BBVA Corporate &amp; Investment Banking (CIB) played an active role in the event, reaffirming its commitment to supporting enterprises in their international expansion and its role as a strategic financial partner in strengthening ties between Asia, Europe and Latin America.]]>
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                            <![CDATA[The third meeting of the Spain–China Business Advisory Council (BAC), held in Beijing as part of the State visit of Their Majesties the King and Queen of Spain to China, once again highlighted the importance of economic dialogue between the two countries. BBVA Corporate &amp; Investment Banking (CIB) played an active role in the event, reaffirming its commitment to supporting enterprises in their international expansion and its role as a strategic financial partner in strengthening ties between Asia, Europe and Latin America.]]>
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                    <title>ICO and Garanti BBVA Sign Their First Agreement to Provide Up to $100 Million in Financing For Spanish Companies’ Projects in Türkiye</title>
                    <link>https://www.bbva.com/en/enterprises/ico-and-garanti-bbva-sign-their-first-agreement-to-provide-up-to-100-million-in-financing-for-spanish-companies-projects-in-turkiye/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 09:55:04 +0000</pubDate>
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                        <![CDATA[Patricia Casas]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Enterprises]]>
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                                <![CDATA[International expansion]]>
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                            <![CDATA[Spain’s development finance institution, the Instituto de Crédito Oficial (ICO), and Garanti BBVA, BBVA’s Turkish franchise, signed the first financing agreement aimed at boosting the activity of companies with Spanish interests in Türkiye for up to <strong>$100 million.</strong>]]>
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                            <![CDATA[Spain’s development finance institution, the Instituto de Crédito Oficial (ICO), and Garanti BBVA, BBVA’s Turkish franchise, signed the first financing agreement aimed at boosting the activity of companies with Spanish interests in Türkiye for up to <strong>$100 million.</strong>]]>
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                    <title>Agustina Ramírez: “Brazil Completes BBVA’s Strategic Footprint in Latin America”</title>
                    <link>https://www.bbva.com/en/enterprises/agustina-ramirez-brazil-completes-bbvas-strategic-footprint-in-latin-america/</link>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 05:05:36 +0000</pubDate>
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                        <![CDATA[Pilar Martínez Fariña]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Cross-border business]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Financial and commercial services]]>
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                            <![CDATA[Brazil has established itself as one of the most dynamic markets in Latin America. The country is home to a large number of major corporations, leads key sectors such as energy, agribusiness and infrastructure, and hosts a sophisticated financial community. In this context, Agustina Ramírez, Head of BBVA CIB in Brazil, outlines how the bank has built a differentiated value proposition to position itself as a leading financial partner in the country.]]>
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                            <![CDATA[Brazil has established itself as one of the most dynamic markets in Latin America. The country is home to a large number of major corporations, leads key sectors such as energy, agribusiness and infrastructure, and hosts a sophisticated financial community. In this context, Agustina Ramírez, Head of BBVA CIB in Brazil, outlines how the bank has built a differentiated value proposition to position itself as a leading financial partner in the country.]]>
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                    <title>Beyond Borders: How BBVA CIB Supports Companies in their International Expansion</title>
                    <link>https://www.bbva.com/en/enterprises/beyond-borders-how-bbva-cib-supports-companies-in-their-international-expansion/</link>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 05:15:46 +0000</pubDate>
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                        <![CDATA[Pilar Martínez Fariña]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Cross-border business]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Financial and commercial services]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Investment bank]]>
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                            <![CDATA[For many companies, growth no longer simply means gaining market share at home, it means exploring new horizons. In this context, cross-border business has become a strategic decision to diversify risk and access new opportunities. BBVA Corporate &amp; Investment Banking supports its clients' ambitions with a comprehensive offering that combines a global network, tailored financial solutions, and expert local insight.]]>
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                            <![CDATA[For many companies, growth no longer simply means gaining market share at home, it means exploring new horizons. In this context, cross-border business has become a strategic decision to diversify risk and access new opportunities. BBVA Corporate &amp; Investment Banking supports its clients' ambitions with a comprehensive offering that combines a global network, tailored financial solutions, and expert local insight.]]>
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                    <title>Verónica Incera (BBVA CIB): “South America has become a growth hub with its own identity within our global strategy"</title>
                    <link>https://www.bbva.com/en/enterprises/veronica-incera-bbva-cib-south-america-has-become-a-growth-hub-with-its-own-identity-within-our-global-strategy/</link>
                    <pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 04:55:46 +0000</pubDate>
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                        <![CDATA[Pilar Martínez Fariña]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Advisory]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Capital markets]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Strategy and management]]>
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                            <![CDATA[With South America undergoing a transformation that demands decisive investments in infrastructure, energy, agriculture, technology and mining, BBVA Corporate &amp; Investment Banking (CIB) is committed to being the strategic partner of corporations and institutions. Its offering combines innovative and sustainable financial solutions with close, hands‑on support. This is underscored by Verónica Incera, Head of CIB for South America and Argentina, who highlights the bank’s commitment to supporting its clients’ internationalisation with high‑value advice and a clear focus on their specific needs.]]>
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                            <![CDATA[With South America undergoing a transformation that demands decisive investments in infrastructure, energy, agriculture, technology and mining, BBVA Corporate &amp; Investment Banking (CIB) is committed to being the strategic partner of corporations and institutions. Its offering combines innovative and sustainable financial solutions with close, hands‑on support. This is underscored by Verónica Incera, Head of CIB for South America and Argentina, who highlights the bank’s commitment to supporting its clients’ internationalisation with high‑value advice and a clear focus on their specific needs.]]>
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                    <title>BBVA Expands U.S. Presence with New Houston Office, Growing Corporate & Investment Banking, Wealth Services, and Reinforcing Support for Mexico Clients</title>
                    <link>https://www.bbva.com/en/us/enterprises/bbva-expands-u-s-presence-with-new-houston-office-growing-corporate-investment-banking-wealth-services-and-reinforcing-support-for-mexico-clients/</link>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:47:20 +0000</pubDate>
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                        <![CDATA[T050361]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Enterprises]]>
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                                <![CDATA[International expansion]]>
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                                <![CDATA[International trade]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Sustainability]]>
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                            <![CDATA[The new office houses an Energy and Cleantech Hub, bringing specialized advisory capabilities to help clients advance their decarbonization strategies. It also serves as a platform to accelerate the growth of Corporate &amp; Investment Banking in the U.S., expand Global Wealth Advisory services, and reinforce support for BBVA Mexico clients through its long-standing Agency in Houston. In addition, BBVA is proud to participate as a sponsor of both <a href="https://climateweekhouston.com/">Houston Energy &amp; Climate Week</a> and <a href="https://houstonenergyclimatestartupweek.com/">Houston Energy &amp; Climate Startup Week</a> taking place from September 14-19.]]>
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                            <![CDATA[The new office houses an Energy and Cleantech Hub, bringing specialized advisory capabilities to help clients advance their decarbonization strategies. It also serves as a platform to accelerate the growth of Corporate &amp; Investment Banking in the U.S., expand Global Wealth Advisory services, and reinforce support for BBVA Mexico clients through its long-standing Agency in Houston. In addition, BBVA is proud to participate as a sponsor of both <a href="https://climateweekhouston.com/">Houston Energy &amp; Climate Week</a> and <a href="https://houstonenergyclimatestartupweek.com/">Houston Energy &amp; Climate Startup Week</a> taking place from September 14-19.]]>
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                    <title>Investor roadshows: a strategic pillar in bond issuance</title>
                    <link>https://www.bbva.com/en/enterprises/investor-roadshows-a-strategic-pillar-in-bond-issuance/</link>
                    <pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:47:41 +0000</pubDate>
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                        <![CDATA[Pilar Martínez Fariña]]>
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                                <![CDATA[Bonds]]>
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                            <![CDATA[The investor roadshow is a cornerstone in the bond issuance process. It serves three fundamental purposes: gauging market sentiment, defining the pricing range, and securing the success of the transaction through meticulous preparation and a strategic approach. BBVA CIB organises these meetings in Europe’s leading financial hubs, with a focus on credibility, transparency, deep market insight, and flexibility, reaffirming its commitment to being the partner of choice for companies and to accompanying them throughout their growth journey.]]>
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                            <![CDATA[The investor roadshow is a cornerstone in the bond issuance process. It serves three fundamental purposes: gauging market sentiment, defining the pricing range, and securing the success of the transaction through meticulous preparation and a strategic approach. BBVA CIB organises these meetings in Europe’s leading financial hubs, with a focus on credibility, transparency, deep market insight, and flexibility, reaffirming its commitment to being the partner of choice for companies and to accompanying them throughout their growth journey.]]>
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                    <title>BBVA CIB posts record revenues of €3.194 billion in the first half of 2025</title>
                    <link>https://www.bbva.com/en/enterprises/bbva-cib-posts-record-revenues-of-e3-194-billion-in-the-first-half-of-2025/</link>
                    <pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2025 06:45:38 +0000</pubDate>
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                        <![CDATA[Patricia Casas]]>
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                            <![CDATA[BBVA Corporate &amp; Investment Banking (CIB) posted record revenues of €3.194 billion in the first half of 2025, representing a 28% increase compared to the same period of 2024 (in constant euros, excluding the impact of hyperinflation accounting adjustments). All business units delivered double-digit growth: Global Markets (GM) rose 31% year-on-year; Global Transaction Banking (GTB) 17%; and Investment Banking &amp; Finance (IB&amp;F) 32%. BBVA CIB’s loan book expanded by 10% versus December 2024, driven by both transactional banking and IB&amp;F, supported by landmark operations in project finance and corporate lending across Spain, Mexico, and the U.S. Attributable profit reached €1.553 billion, up 34% year-on-year. Profitability improved across key geographies, particularly in Spain, Continental Europe, and the U.S.]]>
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                            <![CDATA[BBVA Corporate &amp; Investment Banking (CIB) posted record revenues of €3.194 billion in the first half of 2025, representing a 28% increase compared to the same period of 2024 (in constant euros, excluding the impact of hyperinflation accounting adjustments). All business units delivered double-digit growth: Global Markets (GM) rose 31% year-on-year; Global Transaction Banking (GTB) 17%; and Investment Banking &amp; Finance (IB&amp;F) 32%. BBVA CIB’s loan book expanded by 10% versus December 2024, driven by both transactional banking and IB&amp;F, supported by landmark operations in project finance and corporate lending across Spain, Mexico, and the U.S. Attributable profit reached €1.553 billion, up 34% year-on-year. Profitability improved across key geographies, particularly in Spain, Continental Europe, and the U.S.]]>
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