Archives 2023

“Product-as-a-service can really be seen as a driver for circular economy”

By focusing on product valuation and repackaging, circular economy is crucial to achieving a carbon neutral economy. During her speech on 9 December at the closing of the Sustainable Development Meetings (“Rencontres du Développement Durable”), we met with Isabelle Loc, Director and Chief Executive Officer of BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, the European leader in financing professional equipment that is spearheading development of the circular economy.

Economic Outlook 2023: hope for disinflation, fear of recession

After three very turbulent years - marked by the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 and the massive recessionary shock it caused, the surprisingly strong economic rebound in 2021, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the inflationary shock and the energy crisis in 2022 - what will 2023 be made of? What could and should we expect? Hélène Baudchon, Head of OECD experts of the BNP Paribas Economic research team, answers.

BNP Paribas: 2022 in 12 key figures!

Discover a selection of 12 key figures that highlight some of BNP Paribas’ most significant achievements and commitments over the past year.

In Togo with Félix Auger-Aliassime, a tennis champion committed to youth alongside BNP Paribas

Since 2020, Félix Auger-Aliassime, the world’s number 6 tennis player, and BNP Paribas have been supporting a solidarity programme for the promotion of education and youth protection in Togo. In December 2022, the player visited the young beneficiaries of this project.

What does BNP Paribas do for the ecological transition and inclusion?

At the beginning of 2023, several actors in the banking and insurance sectors announced the creation of a societal or ecological dividends, dedicating part of their results and profits to environmental, solidarity and prevention projects, creating an opportunity to take a closer look at some of BNP Paribas’ related actions and commitments. This is an opportunity to take stock of BNP Paribas' actions and commitments in this area.

The power of technology at the service of savings and investment solutions: focus on Gambit Financial Solutions

Gambit Financial Solutions has one goal: harness the power of technology to multiply the advantages of its financial savings and investment advisory solutions and services, in order to satisfy its clients. Focus on this fintech which allows BNP Paribas to accelerate its digital projects in the business of financial savings.

“Perspectives” on climate and energy transition: what do the experts say?

Climate, energy and financing were all top issues at the most recent COP 27, which once again confirmed that private actors – especially financial institutions like BNP Paribas – will have an important role to play in supporting the just transition. To take closer look at these topics, the latest issue of “Perspectives” brings together experts from each field to share their thoughts.

Receipt of all regulatory approvals for the completion of the sale of Bank of the West to BMO Financial Group

On December 20, 2021, BNP Paribas announced that it had entered into an agreement with BMO Financial Group for the sale of its retail & commercial banking activities in the United States conducted through its subsidiary Bank of the West, Inc (“the Transaction”)[1].

Jaguar Land Rover and BNP Paribas launch new mobility financing and services in Europe

Jaguar Land Rover and BNP Paribas have launched a suite of new mobility financing services across nine European markets as part of their strategic partnership.  

“Ratings are reliable indicators for our investors and our stakeholders, notably our investors and our clients”

This Tuesday, 18 January, Corporate Knights has announced its ranking of BNP Paribas among the most sustainable businesses in the world, placing it 1st among French banks and 4th among banks overall. During the last quarter of 2022, BNP Paribas has already received extra financial ratings from CSA, Moodys and MSCI.

BNP Paribas, a leader in financing the energy transition, enters a new phase of rapid acceleration

BNP Paribas has already made a major pivot towards financing low-carbon energy production. Building on expertise developed by its Low-Carbon Transition Group, BNP Paribas is embarking on a new phase designed to rapidly accelerate the transition to a low carbon economy. This new phase is set to last until 2030, by which time BNP Paribas will have completed transitioning over 80% of its energy production financing activities to the production of low-carbon energies.

Closing of the sale of Bank of the West to BMO Financial Group

BNP Paribas closed today the sale of its retail & commercial banking activities in the United States conducted through its subsidiary Bank of the West, Inc to BMO Financial Group, as announced January,18 2023.

Diversity of origins: CulturALL internal network, a robust movement driven by highly motivated members

Created a little over a year ago, the CulturALL network brings together various local BNP Paribas Group networks from around the world. It promotes a fair and inclusive working environment, driven by the Group’s belief that its ethnocultural and multicultural diversity is a strength.

BNP Paribas Group: Results as at 31 December 2022

The Board of Directors of BNP Paribas met on 6 February 2023, chaired by Jean Lemierre. The Board examined the Group’s results for the fourth quarter 2022 and endorsed the 2022 financial statements.

BMO Financial Group and BNP Paribas Announce Global Commercial Agreement

This bi-lateral agreement between the two groups will provide commercial banking clients with continuity of service, leasing services and global coverage.

Intrapreneurship at BNP Paribas: (re)discover the People'sLab4Good programme

Peoples'sLab4Good, the BNP Paribas Company Engagement intrapreneurship programme, has just celebrated its 5th anniversary. What are the main strengths of this programme? What has it brought to those who have been through it over the past 5 years? What developments can be expected in the coming years? Find all the answers here!

BNP Paribas, committed all year round to greater gender equality

Every year since 1975, 8 March has been dedicated to the recognition of women's rights. Initiated by the United Nations, International Women's Day aims to raise awareness and mobilise people to strive for more equality in our societies.

#OntheMove: What's new in the United States multi-speed automotive market?

"On the Move" is BNP Paribas' podcast series on sustainable mobility. In this third episode, we head to the United States, the birthplace of one of the world's leading automotive industries, and the source of many innovations. Matthieu Soulé, Director of BNP Paribas C.Lab Americas and Cardif Lab' correspondent in San Francisco, gives an overview of the major trends this very specific market now faces with a growing demand for more sustainable mobility, and shares comparisons with the European and Asian markets.

BNP Paribas announces the final signing of the agreements designating the bank as exclusive partner for Stellantis’ captive in Germany, Austria, and the UK

Following final agreement by all relevant regulatory and antitrust authorities, the two groups announce their partnership is now operational for all customers and dealers.

Autonomy Paris 2023: 7 key trends to accelerate sustainable mobility solutions

At the 7th edition of the Autonomy Paris trade fair, energy suppliers, infrastructure manufacturers,  shared and mircro-mobility leasing companies, public institutions, banks and start-ups met to draft the future of sustainable mobility. And to discuss a major question: how to encourage the transition from motorist to ”mobilist”? A radical transformation that involves cities, public transport, public authorities and private companies, and revolutionises usage. Seven major trends stand out as common ground throughout the exhibition.

The BNP Paribas Foundation unveils the 8 winners of its ‘Climate & Biodiversity Initiative’ call for projects.

Since 2010, the BNP Paribas Foundation has supported research into climate change and biodiversity erosion by supporting international research teams through its ‘Climate & Biodiversity Initiative’ philanthropy programme. In 2022, the 5th edition of the call for projects was launched in Europe with the aim of selecting research projects for the 2023-2025 period. With a budget of 6 million euros over three years, the BNP Paribas Foundation announces the 8 projects selected to better understand the environmental impact of climate change and biodiversity loss, particularly on human societies.

How is microfinance performing socially and environmentally around the world?

Solidarity finance, which emerged in the 1980s, continues to contribute to the financial inclusion of many people throughout the world, and Microfinance institutions (MFIs) are a driving force behind this. Having returned, since 2021, to performance levels close to those recorded before the health crisis, the sector has continued to grow, rising to 156.1 million borrowers in 2022*. Since the 1990s, BNP Paribas has been committed to facilitating financial inclusion, in particular by supporting 21 microfinance institutions. Learn more about their work in the second Microfinance Social Performance Report, expanded for this new edition with an environmental component.

The European Payments Initiative (EPI) launches a payment solution in Europe and strengthens its position through two acquisitions and additional shareholders

The European Payments Initiative (EPI), in which BNP Paribas is a shareholder, is in the news for three reasons: first launch of a pilot phase offer, a double acquisition and the addition of four new shareholders.

Rafal, Digital bridge builder: discover our #UnexpectedJobs

What if we told you that working in a bank isn’t quite what you might think? That at BNP Paribas, we don’t have just one job, but a multitude of job options, from customer relationship management to digital transformation, big data and actuarial expertise... Things are changing, the world is changing, and so is BNP Paribas. Our jobs and business activities are constantly evolving as we adapt to new societal and environmental challenges. Behind the BNP Paribas Group stand 193,000 dedicated employees who help our clients with their everyday plans, thus being at the very heart of the major transformational changes now underway in society. Find out what these jobs actually mean by discovering our #UnexpectedJobs !

Maria, Account opener for all: discover our #UnexpectedJobs

The suit, the tie... very little for Maria and her colleagues who want to get away from the clichés of the banking world! More than a customer service manager, Maria defines her #UnexpectedJobs as an account opener for all. Her daily motto: leave no one behind through financial inclusion.

Victor, Virtual world explorer: discover our #UnexpectedJobs

What if you could visit a city without being there? That's the #UnexpectedJobs of Victor, product manager at the Immersive Lab of BNP Paribas Real Estate. Thanks to the tools he pilots, his international clients wishing to invest in the French market can do so from wherever they are, without having to travel first. Using the virtual to escape from everyday life is outdated! Victor, virtual explorer, uses it on the contrary to bring back the real in the virtual sphere.

Heike, Storm watcher: discover our #UnexpectedJobs

What if playing checkers could bring to the daily life of a due diligence manager? What do they have in common? Anticipation. By combining all possible sources, Heike ensures the integrity of our clients and thus protects the Group. Her #UnexpectedJobs: storm watcher!

Marie-Line, Social enterprise supporter: discover our #UnexpectedJobs

At 13, Marie-Line was already working for a better world by creating an association to fight against waste. She has never stopped dreaming big and today finances companies that seek to have a positive impact on society or the environment. Her #UnexpectedJobs in a few words: Social Enterprise Supporter!

Mark, Tractor trader: discover our #UnexpectedJobs

Who says, that at BNP Paribas, you only work behind a desk ? Mark enjoys being in the fresh air, close to his clients, and doing his #UnexpectedJobs: tractors trader! Working in equipment financing for farmers, his day-to-day life is never the same and that's what he enjoys.

BNP Paribas Group: Results as at 31 March 2023

The Board of Directors of BNP Paribas met on 2 May 2023. The meeting was chaired by Jean Lemierre, and the Board examined the Group’s results for the first quarter 2023.

Economic Outlook 2023: mid-April update

With the benefit of hindsight, we can see clear trends in 2022, particularly the surge in inflation and the rapid series of large rate hikes that central banks carried out to combat it. A year ago, however, the extent of those two shocks was not at all a foregone conclusion: in April 2022, the outlook for inflation, growth and monetary policy was not nearly as clear as it might appear today in retrospect.Hélène Baudchon, Senior Economist, Head of OECD experts of the Economic research team explains further.

BNP Paribas details and strengthens its energy transition ambitions

BNP Paribas is providing more detail on its plans to withdraw from oil and gas exploration and production activities, following its announcement to strengthen its commitments on January 24th, 2023. BNP Paribas will no longer provide any financing dedicated to the development of new oil and gas fields regardless of the financing methods. Beyond the energy sector, BNP Paribas continues to align its loan portfolio with a net zero emissions trajectory. and is setting new decarbonisation targets for the steel, cement and aluminium sectors, as presented in its 2023 Climate Report. BNP Paribas confirms that it remains on track with the trajectories announced in 2022 for the power generation, oil and gas, and the automotive sectors. Since 2022 (including 2023 year-to-date), BNP Paribas has ranked n°1 in global green bonds issuance[1]. *** [1] Source: Bloomberg.

BNP Paribas Climate Report: high ambitions to contribute to the emergence of a carbon neutral economy by 2050

As a founding member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, BNP Paribas no longer provides financing dedicated to the development of new oil and gas fields and continues to decarbonise its loan portfolio. The Group is now presenting its new emission reduction targets for the steel, cement and aluminium sectors in its Climate Report.

EIB Group and BNP Paribas sign new securitisation to support French SMEs and mid-caps

For the third time since 2017, the EIB Group — the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF) — and BNP Paribas are launching a synthetic securitisation to support French companies. 

2023 French Open: how BNP Paribas is celebrating its 50-year tennis partnership

There are several main highlights in BNP Paribas’ celebration of its 50-year tennis partnership during the 2023 French Open: solidarity match, the final of its employee tournament, called the WeAreTennis Cup... These events reflect tennis' positive impact beyond the courts.

2023 French Open: a video review of 50 years of partnership between BNP Paribas and tennis

From the signing of the partnership with the FFT in 1973, to solidarity-based tennis programmes, to the unveiling of the BNP Paribas logo in 2000 on the tarpaulins of the… Discover how tennis has entered the Group’s history, in France and worldwide.

Katharina, Matchmaker: discover our #UnexpectedJobs

Katharina who studied history, English literature and organizational psychology, is also passionate about personal development. You can't find everything in books, but it can help to pinpoint people. Katharina's #UnexpectedJobs: Matchmaker. In other words, she finds the hidden talents that lie dormant in us to help us evolve at BNP Paribas.

Javier, Knight of decarbonization: discover our #UnexpectedJobs

When he was a kid, Javier was already struggling to find solutions for the planet. He still sees life in green as he now helps companies make the transition to a low-carbon economy. His #UnexpectedJobs? Decarbonisation Crusader! Learn more about his story.

Anissa, Closed doors opener for students: discover our #UnexpectedJobs

Anissa has had her ups and downs. The lows she compares to closed doors. Today, she is committed to supporting those who dream big but don't always have the means to do so. Her #UnexpectedJobs? Opening closed doors for students. In other words? Helping students get into the career of their choice by financing the studies of scholarship holders.

Alpha, Team captain: discover our #UnexpectedJobs

What if professional life at BNP Paribas could be like a soccer match? With 10 people under his responsibility, Alpha is the perfect team captain. According to him, the #UnexpectedJobs that would translate his daily usefulness? Team captain of the patrimonial savings!

Payments: BNP Paribas’ strategic priorities

In a changing market, payments have gone from being a simple convenience to a central element in the relationship with our customers, who expect a seamless experience. Ironically, it is at a time when payment is becoming increasingly invisible, integrated into the purchasing act, that payment players need to invest and innovate to offer the best customer experience. Focus on BNP Paribas’ strategic priorities for payments, presented at an influential event at Roland-Garros.

Change Now 2023: as if you were there!

More than 1,000 concrete actions, 400 conferences and workshops, 120 countries represented... A unique gathering for actors of change, ChangeNow, the meeting place focused on solutions for the planet, was created in 2017 with the conviction that it is possible to act in the face of the major environmental, social and economic challenges in the world. Those brining fresh solutions met during the 2023 edition, which took place on 25, 26 and 27 May at the Grand Palais éphémère in Paris.

BNP Paribas at #VivaTech 2023: discover the programme!

As a founding partner of VIVA Technology, BNP Paribas is taking part in the 7th edition of Europe's biggest event dedicated to start-ups, which will be held from 14 to 17 June at Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles. Over 4 days, innovation of all kinds will be showcased and explored by entrepreneurs, investors, major companies, players in the tech ecosystem and participants.

Solidarity tennis, youth and emotion at the 2023 French Open

An exceptional edition of the French Open ended on 11 June, both on the courts and beyond the Roland-Garros arena. Solidarity, youth and exchange marked the great Parisian event of worldwide tennis. A look back on the edition that celebrated the 50 years of partnership between BNP Paribas and tennis.

Discover our 2022 Integrated Report!

The 2022 edition of our Integrated Report, available online, highlights our commitment to designing and implementing “solutions at scale for a sustainable world.”

Economic situation: towards a normalisation in 2024

After 2022, which was marked by a sharp return of inflation and a complete reversal of the monetary policy of central banks, 2023 will be a transitional year with an expected return to normal in 2024. Review and outlook by William De Vijlder, Group Chief Economist of BNP Paribas.

Specialists give new ‘’Perspectives’’ on biodiversity and natural capital

In the latest edition of “Perspectives”, global experts in sustainability give their views on today’s most important issues around biodiversity: from developing regulations that will further natural capital as critical criteria, to new technologies for repairing ecosystems, or how different sectors are rethinking their models and accelerating for more nature-positive solutions.

“It is impossible to study our history without studying our companies.”

On 14, 15 and 16 June, the second International Congress on Business History in France brought together the many actors who study the history of companies in France. At this event, partnered by BNP Paribas, we interviewed Marie Laperdrix, Head of BNP Paribas Group’s Archives & History Department.

BNP Paribas partners with Banque des Territoires and the European Investment Fund to launch a new marketplace initiative: a fund to support the rollout of Impact Bonds across the European Union

Three years after launching the very first Social Impact Bonds fund in France and the European Union, and in line with the recommendations of the Cazenave Report, BNP Paribas is launching a second fund, BNP Paribas European Impact Bonds Fund 2. The new fund, with a target size of €70 million, aims to intensify the development of the Impact Bond market in the European Union.  Three strategic investors have joined forces to create the fund: Banque des Territoires, part of Groupe Caisse des Dépôts, the European Investment Fund (EIF) and BNP Paribas Cardif, the Group’s insurance subsidiary. Managed by BNP Paribas Asset Management, the fund will finance projects that have a positive impact on society or the environment, promoting innovation in public policy while generating savings in government budget. 10 projects structured by BNP Paribas have already been chosen to be financed by this new fund. To mark the fund’s launch, BNP Paribas is today bringing together project leaders, investors and representatives of the public authorities at L’Ascenseur in Paris (4th arrondissement), home to the first coalition for equal opportunities.

Making ecological transition an index of company performance

The acceleration of climate change, coupled with the expected depletion of biodiversity, requires moving towards a low-carbon development model that is less energy-consuming, more resilient and more circular. According to scientists, once we cross six out of nine planetary limits, we will have increased the risk of irreversibly destabilising the environment, with major impacts for life on Earth. Explanations with Rhian-Mari Thomas, CEO of the Green Finance Institute, and Vincent Sciandra, Founder and CEO of the cleantech company METRON.

Group's Social Responsibility: 2022 key figures in infographic

Encouraging the development and commitment of our employees is a key priority for the Group. In line with our GTS 2025 strategic plan, BNP Paribas has pursued an active policy in favour of diversity, equality, inclusion, responsible employment management and career development. Check out our 2022 achievements.

BNP Paribas Wealth Management publishes an exclusive report with the SDA Bocconi School of Management, to deep dive into new issues and trends of family business governance in Europe

In Europe, family firms make up the vast majority of business organisations, ranging from 61% of the businesses in the Netherlands to more than 80% in Spain, Italy and France. As such, they are a major driver of economic growth, employment, and social development. With the contribution of leading families and entrepreneurs across Europe, this report highlights the distinctive expectations of entrepreneurial families, to guide their managers and advisors in the way they address family governance, a key component of long-term success of family businesses.  

Encouraging social inclusion

Defining social inclusion often comes down to including anything that works against exclusion within society. It means actively including those that may be excluded from the whole for economic, social or cultural reasons. Ericka Cogne, Chief Executive Officer of the Télémaque association, and Davide Forcella, Director of the Just Sustainability Transitions (JuST) Institute, share their vision of social inclusion.

Home renovation: how is BNP Paribas helping its individual customers in Europe?

Housing’s energy footprint is a major challenge in the energy transition. BNP Paribas has picked up the pace on a European scale with solutions dedicated to its individual customers. These new ‘beyond banking’ offers are helping to decarbonise its portfolio of residential mortgage loans. They are being handled by banking advisors trained in the energy renovation and who are truly "trusted companions". Here is a 360° view in 5 countries: France, Belgium, Italy, Luxembourg and Poland.

#Vivatech 2023: 7 Tech trends to remember

With over 150,000 visitors from 174 countries, 2,800 exhibitors and 11,400 start-ups, the 2023 edition of VIVA Technology, of which BNP Paribas is a founding partner, broke all attendance records. Which trends and innovations in technology stand out ?

Meeting technological challenges in the banking sector

After a decade of accelerated digitalisation, further accentuated during the health crisis, banks have largely transformed in order to better meet the new uses and expectations of their customers. In particular, they have made significant progress in terms of innovation, customer relations and operational efficiency. Dominique Fleury, Head of IT Payment Services Department and IT Coordinator of Commercial, Personal Banking & Services, offers analysis and clarification.

Just transition: Lessons from a BNP Paribas & Ipsos survey for a special issue of ‘Perspectives’

In its special edition, Perspectives magazine presents the main lessons of a study carried out among 9,500 people across 10 countries. The NEST (Network of Experts in Sustainability Transitions) team at BNP Paribas drew on the expertise of Ipsos to conduct an in-depth investigation into Europeans' perceptions of climate change, the energy transition and the concept of ‘just transition.’ Grégoire Lusson (ESG Experts Coordinator within the NEST) and Brice Teinturier (Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Ipsos) give their view on the results of the survey in the following video.

Recruiting differently... Why and how?

What could be better than the #UnexpectedDating and #UnexpectedDays campaigns for recruiting our future #UnexpectedJobs? A look back at the “unexpected” recruitment events organised by BNP Paribas Human Resources at Roland Garros and VivaTech.

BNP Paribas receives approvals and completes the acquisition of Kantox

BNP Paribas awarded "World's Best Bank" and "World's Best Bank for Sustainable Finance"

Following similar accolades by IFR earlier this year, the BNP Paribas Group's ongoing support for its customers, and a more sustainable economy, has once again been recognised by leading trade magazine Euromoney with the awards 'World's Best Bank' and 'World's Best Bank for Sustainable Finance', as well as a number of other regional and national awards.

Podcast #OntheMove episode 4: How are technological, ecological and human issues shaping the road to sustainable mobility?

"On the Move" is the BNP Paribas podcast series on sustainable mobility. In this fourth episode, our experts take a closer look at the many challenges involved in attaining more sustainable and inclusive mobility.

“With the Grameen Creative Lab, we are developing a culture of social business throughout the Group”

Among our historic partners is the Grameen Creative Lab, an institution dedicated to developing the principles of Social Business in companies and incubating and accelerating social businesses, that is, companies that have a positive social or environmental impact. It was founded by Professor Muhammad Yunus, the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize laureate and a leading figure in microfinance and impact entrepreneurship. Porfessor Yunus and Grameen Creative Lab promote the concept aligned with Group ambitions, a "World of Three Zeroes": zero poverty, zero unemployment and zero net carbon emissions. In May, at a BNP Paribas conference in the presence of Professor Yunus, this partnership was renewed for three years. Claudia Belli, Head of the Inclusive Finance and Relations with Civil Society team, tells us more about the achievements and ambitions of this renewed partnership.

Approval for the 2.5 billion euros second tranche of the 2023 share buyback programme and launch of the execution in August

The approval from the European Central Bank for the second tranche of the share buyback programme planned for 20223 for an amount of 2.5 billion euros has been received.  The first tranche of 2.5 billion euros of the 2023 share buyback programme was launched on April 3rd, 2023 and will end no later than August 3rd, 2023. 

BNP Paribas Group: Results as at 30 June 2023

The Board of Directors of BNP Paribas met on 26 July 2023. The meeting was chaired by Jean Lemierre, and the Board examined the Group’s results for the second quarter 2023.

BNP Paribas and the energy transition: what happened so far in 2023?

For BNP Paribas, supporting the energy transition is a priority. Simply put, this means that the Group strives to offer the right solutions to all clients, from people wishing to make their home more energy-efficient to corporates and businesses looking to reduce their carbon footprint… all while setting ambitious goals to limit the greenhouse gas emissions of the Group’s credit portfolios and by having a solid dialogue with experts on these complex subjects. See more from a year of these strong commitments with these four articles…

BNP Paribas podcasts: listen to the voices of people who act for a better world!

BNP Paribas supports a number of projects and charities active in society. The bank also pays particular attention to providing employees with an inclusive working environment. Supporting the voices of committed individuals and celebrities with atypical backgrounds can help to change attitudes and create a fairer, more inclusive society. Listen to our selection of podcasts and meet the men and women who are taking action to change the world.

Biodiversity in 2023: What are the key challenges according to experts?

In July, the European Parliament adopted a new law on nature restoration, allowing Europe to continue working towards the agreements of the COP 15, the conference dedicated to biodiversity that was held in Montreal in December 2022. The year 2023 promises to offer even more new milestones in the fight against biodiversity loss - a key topic among BNP Paribas' commitments to the ecological transition. It’s the perfect moment to review what the experts from BNP Paribas and several other organisations working on natural capital issues have to say about the year’s big questions by revisiting the latest edition of Perspectives, the Group’s regular publication giving the floor to specialists in sustainable development.

BNP Paribas podcasts: from retirement to property... Find out what our experts have to say!

BNP Paribas team members are at your side to help you understand certain aspects of everyday life. Find out how to better manage your retirement, consult a property expert, enhance your next visit to London, or find out more about specific job profiles. With these podcasts, listen to the recommendations of experts from BNP Paribas Cardif, BNP Paribas Real Estate and the L’échangeur teams at BNP Paribas Personal Finance.

How does BNP Paribas take action for a just transition?

BNP Paribas is focusing on ensuring that the energy transition be a ‘just’ transition as well, one that leaves no one behind. This commitment is reflected in numerous actions such as the design of responsible products and solutions that are accessible to the most vulnerable populations or through projects with a positive impact. Discover how this commitment can be traced throughout the first half of the year with this selection of four articles.

BNP Paribas podcasts decipher market trends

A leading international banking player, the Group is present in many markets through its business lines. Economies are constantly evolving, and it’s vital to keep abreast of the changes in each sector so that we can provide our customers with ever-better support and the right advice for our stakeholders. Economic Research, BNP Paribas Cardif, BNP Paribas Global Markets and Group Communication are here to help you better understand the keys to a constantly changing world.

Unlisted assets: What is BNP Paribas’ strategy for investing in private assets? Interview with David Bouchoucha

Six months after the creation of Private Assets, which brings together more than 100 experts in unlisted assets from the Group’s different business lines, David Bouchoucha, who heads this business unit at BNP Paribas Asset Management, tells us about the development strategy in this booming asset class. The goal? To become one of the European leaders in investing in private assets.

#UnexpectedJobs: Andréa, creator of innovative and sustainable solutions, tells us what goes on behind the scenes of her job

Behind the jobs at BNP Paribas lie rich, unique and unexpected stories. Discover our #UnexpectedJobs and all they reveal about how we define our tasks and carry them out every day.

“We help our clients to draw up their philanthropic project and transform it into concrete actions”

Philanthropists are people who devote all or part of their wealth (and often their time and skills) to a charitable cause. Their profile and demands have changed dramatically in recent years. What are these major changes and how does BNP Paribas Wealth Management guide philanthropists? Interview with Nathalie Sauvanet, Global Head of Philanthropy Solutions at BNP Paribas Wealth Management.

#UnexpectedJobs: Chiara, Dream Catcher, tells us what goes on behind the scenes of her job

At BNP Paribas, we believe that behind every job, there's a unique, captivating, and unexpected story. Discover our #UnexpectedJobs and all they reveal about how we define our tasks and carry them out every day.

#UnexpectedJobs: Daniel, Guardian of the Financial Galaxy, tells us what goes on behind the scenes of his job

At BNP Paribas, we believe that behind every job, there's a unique, captivating, and unexpected story. Discover our #UnexpectedJobs and all they reveal about how we define our tasks and carry them out every day.

The Low-Carbon Transition Group: “We seek to identify the next ‘green unicorn’!”

A team dedicated to the transition of companies to a low carbon economy? For BNP Paribas, which has put sustainable finance at the heart of its strategy, having such a team was a given. Launched in October 2021, the Low-Carbon Transition Group (LCTG) supports its customers on the path to carbon neutrality. At the fifth Forum of the Cercle de Giverny, held on September 1, 2023, two of the leaders of the LCTG presented public authorities with concrete proposals to accelerate the deployment of renewable energies in France: Séverine Mateo, Head of the LCTG, and Romain Talagrand, Head of Renewable Energy Finance and Hydrogen within the LCTG.

#UnexpectedJobs: Julita, Smile Fairy

At BNP Paribas, we believe that behind every job, there's a unique, captivating, and unexpected story. Discover our #UnexpectedJobs and all they reveal about how we define our tasks and carry them out every day.

#UnexpectedJobs: Joanna, Digital Organic Gardener

At BNP Paribas, we believe that behind every job, there's a unique, captivating, and unexpected story. Discover our #UnexpectedJobs and all they reveal about how we define our tasks and carry them out every day.

The TNFD: creating a common language for biodiversity

As the annual Climate Week kicked off in New York yesterday, the Task Force on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) took a major step forward in efforts to fight against the loss of biodiversity by publishing their final recommendations to help companies better analyse, manage, and report on their impacts and dependencies related to the earth’s biodiversity, and thus work toward nature-based solutions.

#UnexpectedJobs: Kelvin, Cutting-Edge Impresario

At BNP Paribas, we believe that behind every job, there's a unique, captivating, and unexpected story. Discover our #UnexpectedJobs and all they reveal about how we define our tasks and carry them out every day.

#1 Moba X Arval, or how to make the electric car even more virtuous

First episode of our "Let's Innovate series": Mobility + battery = MOBA. Four letters and a company that have become part of everyday life at Arval, a BNP Paribas specialized business line and one of the leaders in full-service vehicle leasing and mobility solutions. In fact, for this specialist in professional fleets, which is accelerating the electrification of its vehicles, knowing the state of the batteries, the centrepiece of an electric car, is a considerable asset. Guillaume Hébert, co-founder of Moba, retraces the first steps of his relationship with the BNP Paribas Group.

Understanding Sustainable Finance: the experts give their perspectives

As sustainability is discussed more and more in the news, on social media, in political campaigns, and in advertisements, terms like ESG and sustainable finance are also heard more often. But what does sustainable finance mean for public authorities, businesses, and individuals in concrete terms? How exactly are financial actors like BNP Paribas crucial to the ecological transition? In the latest publication of Perspectives from BNP Paribas, experts on the topic address the big questions about what role sustainable finance will have for the future.

#2 Stoïk X BNP Paribas, or how to help SMEs fight against cybercrime

Episode 2 of our "Let's Innovate series": interview with Jules Veyrat, co-founder of Stoïk and Audrey Bonneau, in charge of the BNP Paribas partnership, who give us some background on this start-up created in 2021. Their idea was to offer “cyber” insurance to SMEs and mid-sized companies following the digital assessment of their cyber risks. An offer that resonated within the BNP Paribas Group because it responds to the current concerns of its business customers and helps enhance the solutions offered to them.

BNP Paribas Group: Results as at 30 September 2023

The Board of Directors of BNP Paribas met on 25 October 2023. The meeting was chaired by Jean Lemierre, and the Board examined the Group’s results for the third quarter 2023.

How does AXEPTA BNP Paribas streamline its retail clients’ payment paths?

Rethinking payment paths and experiences to meet our merchant-clients’ key challenges is paramount. AXEPTA BNP Paribas centralises and imagines innovative payment solutions for professionals. From Netflix to Fermob, to the French Tennis Federation, we presented our offerings at our “Pa(y)ving The Way” payment event in Brussels.

#3 Sopht x BNP Paribas: how to reduce the digital impact of IT departments?

Episode 3 of our ”Let's Innovate series": we meet Hugo de Broucker, Head of Delivery of Sopht, a Green Tech company that is in the process of tackling a major challenge: the decarbonisation of digital activities. And it’s urgent! By 2040, digital activities could account for up to 7% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions.

BNP Paribas grants the first Inclusive & Sustainability-Linked Financing to three major microfinance players in France, Italy and Brazil

BNP Paribas, in partnership with the JuST Institute, innovates in microfinance and develops Inclusive & Sustainability-Linked Financing (ISLF+) for all players in inclusive finance. Subject to achievement of predefined environmental, social and just transition objectives, microfinance institutions will be able to benefit from reduced interest rates or technical assistance and will be supported by the JuST Institute in their actions to promote ecological transition. The first three of these loans have been granted by BNP Paribas to three microfinance players in Europe and Brazil: L'Adie in France, PerMicro in Italy and Banco da Familia in Brazil.

How FLOA became the leader in the split payment market?

Offering our customers freedom, control, flexibility and transparency when it comes to their payments is an essential challenge. FLOA has emerged as a major player in the split payment market with its “Buy Now Pay Later” solution. It is now going a step further with “Buy Now Pay Whenever”, giving consumers the chance to take control of their payments by paying in instalments before, during and after the purchase. Focus on these solutions presented during our “Pa(y)ving The Way” event in Brussels dedicated to payments.

What are the next challenges for NiCKEL?

In the last 10 years, NiCKEL has been offering its customers payment solutions that meet their specific needs. The fintech promotes usefulness, simplicity, universality and benevolence as values, applied concretely in its innovative offerings and distribution model. Focus on this unique value proposition presented during our “Pa(y)ving The Way” event in Brussels dedicated to payments.

Volunteering: BNP Paribas employees get involved in the 1MillionHours2Help programme

Every year on 5 December, International Volunteer Day is an opportunity to shine a spotlight on BNP Paribas employees who are involved in “1MillionHours2Help”, the Group’s international volunteering programme. Launched in 2020, this programme enables them to carry out during their working hours solidarity actions that mainly meet BNP Paribas’ four priorities for engagement: promote social inclusion of young people, accelarate energy transition and biodiversity preservation, improve local communities where the Group operates and support positive-impact entrepreneurial initiatives.

BNP Paribas Wealth Management presents its six most relevant investment themes for 2024

In 2024, a few select trends could guide investors' portfolio allocation. First, the impact of higher interest rates that has not yet been fully reflected in growth and some shortages of commodities and consumer goods that could continue. In addition, governments will need to commit considerable resources to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and transform the economy in order to meet climate goals. Finally, rising life expectancy and changing consumption patterns should also create real opportunities.

BNP Paribas launches the Climate Impact Infrastructure Debt fund

Leveraging on the synergies enabled by its diversified model, BNP Paribas launches this new fund that results from a close collaboration between BNP Paribas Asset Management, BNP Paribas Corporate & Institutional Banking, and BNP Paribas Cardif. It combines their complementary expertise to offer a comprehensive financing solution to projects and players involved in the energy transition and climate change mitigation. Targeting EUR 500-750 million from institutional investors, it aims to support energy transition projects across continental Europe and has already secured three investments.

EIB Group and BNP Paribas sign new securitisation transaction to support French small businesses and mid-caps

The EIB Group has signed a synthetic securitisation transaction with BNP Paribas for a total amount of €106 million. The EIB Group’s support will enable BNP Paribas to partially release its regulatory capital, so facilitating an additional commitment of about €425 million in new financing for French small businesses and mid-caps. At least €85 million of these funds will be allocated to projects promoting the transition to climate neutrality.  

Naturalis & BNP Paribas: a new partnership and a milestone for biodiversity

Last Friday 15 December marked a new milestone in BNP Paribas’ commitments to biodiversity with the launch of a multiyear partnership with Naturalis Biodiversity Center (Naturalis) in Leiden, The Netherlands. Geert Lippens, CEO and Country Head of The Netherlands and Antoine Sire, Global Head of Company Engagement, were joined by clients, experts and senior leaders from the two organizations for a celebratory signing ceremony and roundtable session.

“ESG ETFs are financial instruments with a bright future”

In early October, BNP Paribas Asset Management launched two new ESG bond Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). The success of these index-linked funds continues to grow, particularly in European countries. And in this market, the asset manager of the BNP Paribas Group is positioned as one of the leaders, with an ETF offer including almost 90% of responsible funds, known as ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance). A closer look at how these index-linked financial instruments work and the Group’s strategy in this area, with two experts from BNP Paribas Asset Management: Lorraine Sereyjol-Garros, Head of ETF Development (on the left side) and Marie-Sophie Pastant, Head of ETF and Index Fund Management.

What the experts are saying: a look back on this year’s "Perspectives"

Over the course of 2023, the magazine “Perspectives” looked at the main trends and themes of today with two questions: how to foster both a just transition and more sustainable finance? Calling on renowned experts from within and outside BNP Paribas, the Group’s NEST (Network of Experts in Sustainability Transitions) explored the energy transition, biodiversity, social inclusion and sustainable finance in general. Find all the issues of the year here.