(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA has issued a US $30 million sustainable bond aimed at financing initiatives that advance gender equality and women’s economic empowerment. (PRESS RELEASE) ISTANBUL, 7-Aug-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Garanti BBVA has issued a US $30 million sustainable bond to finance activities that promote gender equality and support women’s economic empowerment. The bond was issued under the bank’s international funding programme and is aligned with the BBVA Sustainable Debt Financing Framework. Garanti BBVA said the proceeds will be directed toward initiatives designed to advance gender equality across employment and value chains. Mahmut Akten, CEO of Garanti BBVA, said the bank views gender equality as a fundamental pillar of sustainable development and inclusive growth.