Araratbank allocates $10 million in funding to women entrepreneurs
SOCIETY
In a significant move to enhance economic resilience and business growth in Armenia, the European Fund for Southeast Europe (EFSE) has extended a USD 10 million loan facility to AraratBank. This investment aims to empower women entrepreneurs by facilitating access to finance.
The new funding will enable AraratBank to issue over 300 sub-loans with longer maturities, targeting micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and especially those that are either majority owned or led by women. This initiative is part of a broader effort to bolster business sustainability and job creation in Armenia, with the potential to support nearly 1,500 jobs and stimulate further investment in the MSME sector amidst ongoing geopolitical challenges.
Oxana Binzaru, EFSE Regional Director, commented on the partnership: “We are proud to strengthen our collaboration with AraratBank, a long-standing partner committed to fostering inclusive economic growth. This USD 10 million loan is a testament to our shared dedication to enhancing the financial inclusion and empowerment of women entrepreneurs in Armenia, supporting them in overcoming the various challenges they face in the business world.”
Mher Ananyan, Chairman of the Executive Board of AraratBank noted: "The recent focus of the bank’s policy has been on supporting women entrepreneurs in the best possible way, aiming to bring their business ideas to fruition effectively. The new cooperation with our trusted partner EFSE will further bolster this effort, making the process even more impactful.”
Ucom and Impact Hub Yerevan Launch the Ucom Fellowship Incubation Program
Armenia hosts the most prestigious International CMC Conference and the "Constantinus" Award Ceremony
Nokia and Team Telecom Armenia bring 25G PON commercial services to customers across Armenia
The Power of One Dram to "Moonk" technoschool
Ucom and SunChild NGO Bring Renewable Energy to Syunik's Borderline Regions
Incredibly long: Rocket Line 0% now for 12 months
Junius: A Financial Literacy Game in the Idram Junior App
Around 100,000 households are making use of Team's Internet; 2nd quarter indicators
New IDBank Branch in the City of Hrazdan
Ucom Successfully Concludes uGeneration Summer Internship Program
IDBank and Idram at the "Horizon" Camp: The Power of One Dram
Converse Bank has joined the UN Global Compact Initiative
Ucom Launches Special Promotion for Students Ahead of Academic Year
IDBank, Idram and Impact Hub Launch the SIA Armenia Incubation Program
Ucom General Director Ralph Yirikian Becomes First Guest Speaker at "Skills Lab"
AMD 4 165 643 to SIA Armenia program: Aren Mehrabyan Foundation is the august beneficiary of The Power of One Dram
Ucom, in Cooperation with SunChild NGO, Installs Solar Panels in Tsaghkavan
AraratBank once again completes the bond placement ahead of schedule
EIB Global signs first direct loan agreement
with an Armenian commercial bank
Ucom Launches New Phase of Network Modernization in Armenia’s Regions
Free statements and references from IDBank
Ucom and Sunchild Launch New Phase of Joint Environmental Project
Ameriabank Receives 3 Awards for Excellence by Euromoney: the Best Bank, the Best Digital Bank, and the Best Bank for SMEs in Armenia for 2024
Unibank and Visa are gifting a trip to Tunisia for two
How to cut costs? 5 tips from IDBank and Idram
The Renovated Ucom Sales and Service Center Opened at Komitas 60
Choosing the seats: new feature in Idram&IDBank app
"Past" (Fact in Armenian) Armenians bought real estate in Dubai worth about $60 million in two days
Ucom and Impact Hub Yerevan jointly announces the launch of the Ucom Fellowship Incubation Program
EBRD and Ameriabank to support Armenian businesses through stable trade finance funding
IDBank continues the "By Your Side" Program
Unibank placed bonds ahead of schedule
Ucom’s fixed network has reached Byureghavan
How is the largest solar power plant in Armenia built?
AMD 4․046․161 to the Strong Mind NGO. July's beneficiary is the SIA Armenia program
Ucom is the main sponsor of the Armenian team at the Summer Olympic Games
Get 3000 idcoins by synchronizing your Idram and IDBank accounts
No payment via Idram? More than 21,000 points of sale accept payment via Idram
Ucom Offers New Affordable Bundle for Subscribers Traveling This Summer
Ucom’s General Director Participated in The Silicon Mountains Shirak Technology Forum
Ameriabank and COAF Pool Efforts to Develop Beekeeping in Lori Region
Araratbank allocates $10 million in funding to women entrepreneurs
Moody's Ratings affirms ratings of Unibank with positive outlook on the long-term deposit ratings
AraratBank convenes Annual General Meeting of Shareholders 
The Silicon Mountains Shirak Technology Forum will take place with Ucom’s support
Renowned Pianist Hayk Melikyan in South America: A Tribute to Armenian Classics
The CB RA has granted permission for the cooperation of UBPAY Armenian and KWIKPAY international transfer systems
Futsal tournament Galaxy Champions League 2024 kicks off
Ucom Hosts a Student Program during the Summer Holidays
Saving on Wildberries with IDBank 