Our Stories Unlocked – October Edition

Welcome to Our Stories Unlocked, our monthly newsletter sharing the latest from UniCredit. In this space, we celebrate our achievements, highlight our strategic initiatives, and feature the cultural and sporting events we sponsor. From market insights to unique stories from the countries where we operate, we keep you updated on what’s shaping our world.

Join us as we explore our successes, milestones, and initiatives driving our journey across Europe. Stay tuned for more insights and stories from the UniCredit community!

OUR STRATEGY IN PROGRESS

From 2nd to 3rd October, we were hosted in Alpha Bank ’s headquarters in Athens. Our dynamic cooperation continues to evolve, with the next milestone being the launch of onemarkets Fund in Greece—a cutting-edge investment product available exclusively through the Greek bank. Together, we are continuing to advance the market in this country, combining our expertise to redefine banking for our employees, customers, and communities.

"In less than a year, we have accomplished three times more than what we had initially anticipated. The combined potential of what the two Banks can achieve together will astound many in the industry.” Andrea Orcel ?

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE

We have been recognised as the ???????? ???????? ???????????????????? ?????????in six countries in Euromoney’s latest Cash Management Survey – which this year collected a staggering 31,000 responses.

"As we intensify our strategic focus on payments, we will continue to make targeted investment in our centralized factory to bring product innovation and service excellence to clients across all our networks." Alberto Palombi

At the same time, we were delighted to be recognised as The Banker’s ‘???????? ???? ?????? ??????????’ for the outstanding work our Advisory & Financing Solutions colleagues have been doing in the European telecoms sector.

TALENT IN SPORT: PUSHING BEYOND THE LIMITS

GOOD-BYE BARCELONA! WHAT A FANTASTIC AMERICA’S CUP!

With the victory of Emirates Team New Zealand over INEOS Britannia , the final of the 37th America's Cup has come to an end. As a Global Partner of the event, we contributed to the enormous success of the competition, a trophy symbolising the incredible achievements that can be accomplished through teamwork and the determination to pursue a common goal.

TURIN 2025: PROUD MAIN SPONSORS OF THE NEXT FISU GAMES WINTER

We’ve been extremely happy to announce our brand-new partnership with the FISU World University Games which will bring to Turin, from 13 to 23 January 2025, 2,000 young athletes from over 500 universities in more than 60 countries. Together with UniCredit Allianz Assicurazioni - Gruppo Allianz we are proud to support the most inclusive edition of the games: for the first time in the event's history, Paralympic athletes will compete in alpine skiing and cross-country skiing.

"UniCredit aims to promote equity and inclusion, and sport, which is based on these same values, aligns perfectly with our strategic goal of helping clients and communities advance toward a more sustainable, inclusive, and fair society.”? Annalisa Areni , Head of Client Strategies at UniCredit Italy

UNLOCKING ARTS AND CULTURE

OUR NEW UNICREDIT ART COLLECTION TURNS ONE YEAR OLD!

Did you know that you can visit a museum with over 200 artworks from all over Europe with a simple click? Our UniCredit Art Collection, for almost one year, has become accessible to as many people as possible online on a website which is a living and growing resource, with constant updates on exhibition and special projects. Don’t miss our format “In conversation with…” featuring some of the most important contemporary artists sharing their ideas behind their work!

?THE VIEW FROM THE MARKETS

??? The November edition of our Monthly Outlook is out.??Titled "The Uncertainty Principle - Understanding Market Dynamics amid Geopolitical Tensions", it analyzes the investment strategy and asset allocation decisions by UniCredit’s Group Investment Strategy in the current market scenario.? ?

Here below the key insights for this month:

? The US economy shows resilience with strong GDP growth and job creation, while the Eurozone faces slowing growth. ??

? Both US and Eurozone inflation is easing, yet core inflation remains persistently high, signaling ongoing economic pressures. ??

? The Fed and ECB are diverging in policy, with the Fed expected to gradually cut rates, while the ECB is lowering rates to counter Eurozone challenges. ??

? Financial markets show cautious optimism; US equities benefit from growth data, while Eurozone and China experience mixed reactions amid structural concerns.

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BUILDING THE BANK FOR EUROPE’S FUTURE, TOGETHER

DON’T MISS OUR ESG DAY 2024: FOLLOW US LIVE!

On ESG Day 2024, we want to put the focus firmly on the need for greater progress in tackling some of the toughest issues facing our society today. From climate change to social inequality, we need action, and we need answers. Urgently. Register your presence to follow us live or visit the page dedicated to the event on our website.

CELEBRATING OUR CULTURE PROGRESSES

The third annual CEO Culture Progress Meeting gathered our Culture Sponsors and Champions from across all of UniCredit at the prestigious Strahov Monastery in Prague. It was not only a moment to share best practices and reflect on our achievements, but also a time to discuss the next steps and how we can ensure that the future we are building together is sustainable for all.

"From the very start, we wanted this to be the Culture of UniCredit people, so no matter the country or department, people can rely on our cornerstones and feel pride, belonging and togetherness." Nikolina Zecic

FROM OUR COUNTRIES

UNICREDIT IS PROUDLY SUPPORTING BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH DURING OCTOBER

Teams across Europe are raising awareness about the life-saving importance of early detection and prevention. From running in the Race for the Cure in Bosnia & Herzegovina to motivational talks in Croatia and supporting the Pink Ribbon Initiative in Austria, UniCredit stands united in spreading hope, strength, and solidarity to those affected by breast cancer.

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OUR LONG-STANDING SUPPORT FOR REGATA BARCOLANA IN TRIESTE (ITALY), WITH A FOCUS ON SUSTAINABILITY AND INCLUSIVITY

?Our long-standing partnership this year has aimed to demonstrate the value of sport as a tool to promote integration, socialisation, and mutual respect. For this reason, we sponsored the #BarcolanaForSocial, an initiative that brought sailors and boats from the Hansa 303 and 2.4 classes to Trieste, competing in parasailing races on Monday, October 7, and Tuesday, October 8.

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ACCELERATING THE GROWTH OF INNOVATIVE START-UPS IN ITALY

Immense success for the 2024 edition of our Startup Academy. An exciting moment of meeting, dialogue and growth, open to the over 60 startups selected during the current edition of UniCredit Start Lab, the UniCredit business platform which, in 11 years of activity, has seen over 8 thousand evaluated entrepreneurial projects and accompanying more than 600 Italian startups towards growth paths.

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DRIVEN BY PASSION: THE UNICREDIT LEASING TROPHY IN BUCHAREST

On October 5, the UniCredit Leasing Trophy took over the streets of Bucharest in a thrilling race through the city center. A packed crowd cheered on the UniCredit Leasing Motorsport Team and their four drivers—Mihai Leu, Adrian Teslovan, Alexandra Teslovan, and Cristiana Oprea.