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Deutsche Bank Offloads €1 Billion Italian Auto Loan Portfolio to EIF
10 Nov
Summary
- Deutsche Bank nears completion of major risk transfer deal with European Investment Fund
- Deal involves a portfolio of around €1 billion in Italian auto loans
- Transaction is private and details are not publicly disclosed
As of November 10th, 2025, Deutsche Bank is nearing the completion of a major risk transfer deal with the European Investment Fund (EIF). The transaction involves a portfolio of around €1 billion in Italian auto loans.
The so-called "significant risk transfer" (SRT) deal will see the EIF investing in this portfolio of Italian auto loans currently held by Deutsche Bank. The details of the transaction have not been publicly disclosed, as the matter is considered private.
This move by Deutsche Bank is likely part of the bank's ongoing efforts to manage its risk exposure and optimize its balance sheet. By offloading a substantial portion of its Italian auto loan portfolio to the EIF, the bank can potentially free up capital and resources to focus on other strategic priorities.
The European Investment Fund, a subsidiary of the European Investment Bank, is known for its role in supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Europe through various financial instruments and risk-sharing arrangements. This latest deal with Deutsche Bank suggests the EIF's continued involvement in the European auto finance market.
