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SEB developed the risk-sharing financial model when Region Uppsala, in collaboration with Skandia, issued a health impact bond to test home self-screening for cardiovascular health. “The hope is, first and foremost, that screening as a preventive measure will reduce suffering in the population due to serious cardiovascular diseases. In addition, we expect that lower morbidity will reduce the burden on healthcare and save money for society,” says Johan Sundström, a cardiologist at Uppsala University Hospital and professor of epidemiology at Uppsala University.

Read SEB's first Sustainability Statement that was, earlier than required, prepared in accordance with the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The statement is a part of SEB’s Annual Report and includes a description of the bank’s material sustainability topics, as well as an update on progress of the ambitions and goals SEB has set to track the journey towards a net-zero credit portfolio by 2050 at the latest. The statement also includes information about SEB’s facilitated emissions, which SEB is the first of the Swedish banks to include in its sustainability reporting: https://lnkd.in/girCbnUp

SEB Greentech VC invests in maritime battery systems ⬇️ Echandia, a Stockholm-based supplier of maritime battery systems, has raised 220 million Swedish kronor in its latest financing round. SEB Greentech Venture Capital was one of the new investors joining the round, which targets international growth. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dXZNNhax

Controversial Argentinian president Javier Milei has a clear goal: to create “the world’s freest economy”. When he took office in December 2023, the country’s economy lay in ruins. Here’s what’s happened since: ➡️ Milei launched a massive deregulation campaign and sharp cuts in public expenditure. ➡️ Now, inflation is coming down, the central government has a budget surplus, and economic growth is improving. ➡️ Despite these results, and investors being impressed, significant challenges lie ahead. Learn more in SEB's latest Investment Outlook report: https://lnkd.in/dVRmU52

SEB Asset Management publishes its Sustainability Review 2024. Learn more about the advancements towards the net-zero target, active ownership activities and actions to integrate sustainability into the investment process during the year. Access the full Review: https://lnkd.in/gd_pAuhY   All investments involve risk. When deciding whether to invest in the funds, consider not only their sustainability-related features but also all other characteristics detailed in the prospectus/information brochure. Fund information, including the KID, prospectus/information brochure, and sustainability-related disclosures, are available under each respective fund at www.sebgroup.lu/funds or www.seb.se/fonder.

SEB is delighted to have acted as Global Coordinator for YIT - Urban developer and construction company 's successful issuance of their EUR 120m 3-year senior secured Green Bond. The transaction was well received by the investor community, and allocated to a mix of domestic and international investors. Separately, YIT has announced a tender offer for its EUR 100m 3.250% green notes due January 2026. SEB acts as Dealer Manager for the tender offer. The net proceeds from the issuance will be used in accordance with YIT's Green Finance Framework to refinance the 2026 notes and to partially repay outstanding credit facility liabilities.

We congratulate the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) on a successful issuance of a new seven-year, EUR 750m Environmental Bond and passing the EUR 10bn threshold in total green bond issuance. SEB has proudly acted as a Joint Lead Manager on the latest transaction. The bond was issued in accordance with NIB’s Environmental Bond Framework, meaning that the proceeds from this transaction will be used for financing selected loan projects benefiting the environment. Read more in the press release: https://lnkd.in/dJtwBYPz

Get the latest updates on sustainable finance products and developments in SEB's Green Bond Report. New issue out now: https://lnkd.in/dgenGuTW

Mats Torstendahl, currently Deputy President and CEO, is appointed Country Manager of SEB UK. Anders Engstrand, the current UK Country Manager, will take up the position as Head of Private Wealth Management & Family Office, part of SEB’s Wealth & Asset Management division. The changes are effective as of August 25, 2025.