Belfius in the news

Belfius Bank will end a 500 million euro credit line for Brussels by 2026, raising concerns about future liquidity risks for the region.

Belfius Digitruck provides AI workshops to over 1,100 students at Sint-Rembert School Group in Torhout.

The Belgian government's approach to privatizing Belfius and its related entities, Ethias and Ageas, could significantly alter the national banking and insurance sectors.

Molenbeek residents protested Belfius Bank's refusal to offer low-interest loans to the municipality, which is facing financial hardship and job cuts.

Belgium faces criticism for planning a private sale of a 20% stake in Belfius, aiming to raise 2 billion euros, while critics advocate for an initial public offering to allow broader public ownership.

A union protest took place at Belfius headquarters, accusing the bank of pressuring the Molenbeek municipality to cut staff due to budget issues.

Belfius has promoted Laurianne Bouchart to head of trade finance, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Coface, BNP Paribas, and CBC Banque & Assurance.

Belfius pledges an additional 750 million euros in dividends to the Belgian government this year, conditional on a new shareholder, while also planning future shareholder generosity.

Belfius is adjusting its dividend and capital strategy in preparation for a partial privatization, aiming to attract investors and optimize financial stability.

Belfius could pay 750 million euros to the Belgian state through an interim dividend and a potential extraordinary dividend, as the government considers selling a 20% stake in the company.

Belfius is set to increase its dividend payout to 50% of realized profit, alongside an interim and extraordinary dividend, as the government plans to divest 20% of its stake.

Belfius is set to pay higher dividends and the government plans to sell a 20% stake in the bank-insurer.

Belfius is again searching for a chief risk officer as Hedi Ben Mahmoud is leaving the public bank after just one year.

Mistral AI raised €3 billion in Series D funding from investors including Samsung Electronics and Belfius, reaching a €21 billion valuation, to fuel its research, computing, and international growth.

Belfius raises interest rates on a savings account and introduces new short-term bonds following ECB rate hikes.

The Belgian government's inner circle is convening to address contentious issues, including the evacuation of Gazan students, the partial privatization of Belfius, and increasing EU budget contributions.

The Belgian government is proceeding with the sale of a minority stake in Belfius Bank, facing challenges including buyer selection, valuation, and potential legal hurdles from the Arco-dossier.

Aggrieved Arco cooperative members will sue new Belfius investors if a partial bank sale doesn't provide compensation, launching a new legal offensive.

Arco cooperative members are launching a new legal offensive, threatening to sue potential investors in Belfius if they do not receive compensation.

Belfius refused to reimburse a customer defrauded of 100,000 euros by a phisher, leading to legal action despite regulations requiring banks to refund unauthorized payments.