Institution details
Belgian Corporation for International Investment (SBI-BMI) (SBI-BMI)
Key facts
- Established in 1971
- Ownership: Public
- Avenue Louise 32, Box 13
- None
- https://www.bmi-sbi.be
Latest update: 03/12/2021
rating type | rating agency | type | rating |
---|---|---|---|
Institution rating | S&P | Foreign currency | AA |
Country rating | S&P | Local currency | AA |
Products
- Equity and quasi-equity stake
- Long term loans
- Other products
Equity and Quasi-Equity Stake
- SBI-BMI may provide direct investments in Belgian investments overseas:
- SBI-BMI is always a minority investor
- Tenor between 5 and 10 years
- Generally, investment requires a seat on board of directors
- Clearly defined exit terms required - SBI-BMI can also provide quasi-equity financing (mezzanine capital, subordinated loans, convertible loans, etc.) to strengthen the financial resources of up-and-coming companies, without diluting the position of its shareholders:
- Tenor between 5 and 10 years with maximum grace period of 3 years
- Loans are denominated in EUR
Long Term Loans
- SBI-BMI can also provide direct loans to companies:
- Tenor between 5 and 10 years with maximum grace period of 3 years
- Loans are denominated in EUR
- Fixed or variable rates are available
Other Products
- SBI-BMI can intervene in favour of a Belgian company to obtain additional financing
- SBI-BMI can also provide advisory services to Belgian firms abroad