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Portugal will enter the new EIB fund to finance technological enterprises
Publication: ECO
Author: Mónica Silvares
Source published: 22/10/2026, 07:58:54 UTC
Briefing created: 22/10/2026, 08:13:19 UTC
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Briefings
Portugal will participate in the European Tech Champions Initiative 2.0 (ETCI 2.0) by contributing up to 50 million euros from its state budget, managed by the European Investment Bank (BEI). This initiative aims to support European tech companies through venture capital and private equity funds, with the first version mobilizing 3.9 billion euros in 2023. The second edition, launched in July 2026, targets up to 15 billion euros in contributions, potentially mobilizing 80 billion euros total for over 100 funds and 1,500 companies. The final investment amount will be determined in the second half of 2026 at the 'first closing' stage.
Key points
- Portugal will contribute up to 50 million euros from its state budget to the European Tech Champions Initiative 2.0 (ETCI 2.0), managed by the European Investment Bank (BEI).
- The first version of ETCI 2.0 mobilized 3.9 billion euros in 2023, supporting 15 specialized mega funds and 12 EU-based unicorns.
Context
The initiative operates on a 'fund of funds' model where BEI invests in large funds, which then select tech companies to support. The Portuguese participation is part of a broader European effort to strengthen financing for growing tech companies, aiming to improve access to capital markets and enhance internationalization opportunities.
Limitations
The final investment amount for ETCI 2.0 will be determined in the second half of 2026 at the 'first closing' stage, after all contributions are finalized. The total mobilized amount remains a target estimate rather than a confirmed figure, and the specific selection of funds and companies will depend on the final allocation process.
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