Victoriabank, part of Banca Transilvania Group and one of the largest financial institutions in the Republic of Moldova, has completed the acquisition of microfinance company Microinvest. The process, launched in April 2025, was finalized after receiving all necessary approvals from regulatory and supervisory authorities.
Following the transaction, Microinvest will continue operating as a separate entity, maintaining its business model, corporate governance structure, and operational autonomy. Collaboration with Victoriabank and BT Group will generate strategic synergies in areas such as digitalization, development of complementary products, and joint financial education initiatives.
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A Strategic Step for Regional Expansion
Through this acquisition, Banca Transilvania Group now owns two leading microfinance companies: BT Mic in Romania and Microinvest in the Republic of Moldova. Their integration into a regional financial ecosystem marks a strategic move to strengthen BT’s presence in Eastern Europe.
Microinvest has been active for 22 years in the local market, supporting entrepreneurs with microfinance solutions. The company currently serves more than 46,000 clients, operates 17 branches, and employs nearly 400 people. It is also the only financial institution in Moldova certified GOLD for client protection, recognition that confirms compliance with high standards in consumer relations.
The completion of the acquisition was supported by legal and tax consultancy from Filip & Company, PwC, and Vernon | David and Associates, as well as the expertise of Banca Transilvania’s mergers and acquisitions team.
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