Raiffeisen Bank International AG – Recent Developments

1. Promotional Campaigns in Retail Banking

  • Zero‑interest installment offers: Raiffeisen Bank has continued its “3 or 6 equal instalments without interest” promotion for shopping‑card holders. The campaign is aimed at increasing card usage and customer engagement in the retail banking segment.

2. Support for Young Entrepreneurs in Romania

  • MagicMoon initiative: In partnership with InnovX, Raiffeisen Bank Romania launched the MagicMoon competition, targeting young entrepreneurs who wish to expand regionally. The program is designed to provide mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to financing for early‑stage businesses in the Romanian market.

3. Marketing Activities in Bosnia and Herzegovina

  • Travel‑themed prize draw: Raiffeisen Bank, in collaboration with Mastercard, concluded a promotional contest titled “Make Your Dream Trip Possible.” The main prize—a two‑person trip to the Maldives—was awarded to a winning participant, Hanah Tinjic. The draw involved eight attractive prizes and aimed to enhance brand visibility among local consumers.

4. Strategic Expansion in Romania

  • Bid for Garanti Bank Romania: On 27 January 2026, Raiffeisen Bank formally submitted an offer to acquire Garanti Bank Romania. The move follows a competitive environment in which other European banks (such as ING Bank) have also expressed interest in the same target. The acquisition would expand Raiffeisen’s footprint in the Romanian market and increase its retail and corporate banking presence.

5. Market Context

  • Stock performance: As of 27 January 2026, Raiffeisen Bank International AG traded at €41.74, within a 52‑week range of €18.20 to €42.30. The market capitalization stood at approximately €13.58 billion, and the price‑earnings ratio was 18.76.

  • Regulatory and economic backdrop: The bank operates under the regulatory framework of the Vienna Stock Exchange and serves Austria and Central‑Eastern European markets. Recent macro‑economic developments, such as stable U.S. federal reserve policy and European monetary integration discussions, remain relevant to the bank’s strategic considerations.

The information above is sourced exclusively from the provided news items and fundamental data for Raiffeisen Bank International AG.