SME Direct Investment
Approach
The goal of SME Direct Investment Program is to provide Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) operating in Ukraine and Moldova with the capital necessary for growth and development. With expected financing sizes ranging between $1 million and $3 million, this Program aims to support Ukrainian businesses that identify opportunities to thrive, even in the face of the downturn caused by the war, and to sustain their growth throughout the recovery period. In Moldova, the program will offer financing to SMEs seeking long-term, patient capital to drive their expansion and solidify their market positions.
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SME Direct Investment Program
The SME Direct Investment Program will offer both equity and quasi-equity financing, providing the flexibility to choose the type of capital that best suits the parties’ strategic goals.
Strategic Goals of the Program:
Catalyzing Business Growth and Innovation:
The primary goal of the SME Direct Investment Program is to catalyze the growth and innovation of SMEs in Ukraine and Moldova. By providing much-needed capital, the program empowers businesses to invest in new technologies, expand their product lines, and enter new markets. This is particularly important in Ukraine, where businesses must rebuild and adapt to a rapidly changing environment. For Moldova, long-term patient capital is vital for businesses aiming to scale and compete on a regional and global level.
Strengthening Economic Resilience:
SME financing plays a critical role in building economic resilience. The Program will contribute to diversification of the economies of Ukraine and Moldova, which makes them less vulnerable to external shocks. The growth of SMEs contributes to a more balanced economic structure, fostering local entrepreneurship and reducing dependency on a few large industries.
Job Creation and Social Stability:
SMEs are often the backbone of employment in any economy. By facilitating access to capital, the SME Direct Investment Program will enable businesses to grow employment. In regions impacted by conflict, such as Ukraine, job creation through SME growth is essential for restoring livelihoods and rebuilding communities.
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