NLB Group has reached an agreement to acquire more than 55% ownership stake in Deželna banka Slovenije (DBS), a Slovenian universal bank, enhancing its presence in the agricultural sector.

UK · 2026-09-18

1. Step 1 · The triggerNLB Group acquires >55% of DBS, consolidating agricultural lending and customer relationships in Slovenia
2. Step 2 · Knock-onNLB harmonises DBS’s lending policies, potentially tightening or repricing credit for Slovenian agri-SMEs
3. Step 3 · Reaches youSlovenian agri-producers may adjust payment terms or working capital cycles with UK SME partners as their banking terms change

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Source: FCA NSM (Regulated News)

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