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OTP Bank increases its stake in ueno bank and reinforces its confidence in Paraguay

A landmark development that shapes the future of ueno bank and places Paraguay on the international financial radar.

OTP Bank, one of Europe’s leading financial groups, has completed a total strategic investment of US$47 million in U Holdings, the parent company of ueno bank. Through this transaction, it will increase its ownership stake to 9.99%, becoming the company’s main shareholder.

More than an investment, this milestone represents international recognition of the path ueno bank has built from Paraguay: a model that combines proprietary technological innovation, a long-term vision, and a universal banking license that enables the development of financial solutions with regional reach.

OTP Bank is one of Europe’s leading banking groups, with total assets exceeding US$145 billion and a market capitalization of US$30 billion, respectively by 1Q 2026. The Group operates in 11 countries and has a client base of more than 17 million, its decision to become a shareholder in ueno bank sends a strong signal of confidence in Paraguay and in the country’s potential to develop innovative, scalable, and competitive financial models capable of succeeding at both the regional and international levels.