12th August 2026, Skopje – Ministry of Finance transferred Denar 176.5 million, equivalent to EUR 2.9 million from the Central Budget to the Development Bank to support investment projects by domestic companies.
With this transfer, total Government support for domestic companies has reached Denar 14.7 billion (EUR 239 million), being a key driver for private investments and a strong boost to the economy. EUR 250 million has been projected in the Budget for this particular purpose.
The funds, allocated in the Budget and made available to domestic companies as final beneficiaries through the Development Bank and the network of domestic commercial banks, were secured by the Government from the Hungarian Export Import Bank with the purpose of boosting the investment cycle in the private sector.
The companies can use the funds under favourable terms and conditions, with 1.95% interest rate and a repayment period of up to 15 years, including a 3-year grace period.