This investment reaffirms EBRD's commitment to strengthening the region's economic resilience by supporting the development of equity financing as a crucial alternative to traditional funding sources.
“At EBRD, we believe that strong SMEs are the foundation of economic resilience and innovation,” stated Anne Fossemalle, EBRD Director for Private Equity Funds. “Our support for Morphosis Capital Fund II aligns with our commitment to backing ambitious entrepreneurs, strengthening businesses, and fostering sustainable growth across Central and Eastern Europe.”
Victoria Zinchuk, EBRD Director for Romania, added, “We are delighted to become investors in Morphosis Capital Fund II. We believe that supporting SMEs is essential for unlocking economic potential, creating jobs, and driving sustainable growth. We look forward to the positive impact this partnership will have on businesses in Romania and throughout the Central and Eastern Europe region.”
Andrei Gemeneanu, Managing Partner at Morphosis Capital, emphasized that the continued confidence of EBRD enables them to drive the transformation of entrepreneurial companies in CEE, "helping them to expand and compete regionally."
EBRD is a major institutional investor in Romania, having invested over €11.6 billion in 560 projects in the country to date. The bank focuses on financing infrastructure projects, increasing private sector productivity, and developing the financial sector and capital markets.
