ueno announces new capital increase
by OTP Bank Plc

Luxembourg, June 3, 2026

U Holdings SARL, the parent company of ueno bank, announced that OTP Bank Plc has completed an additional capital investment of US$ 17 million, the proceeds of which have been injected in full into ueno bank. Following this transaction, OTP Bank’s total investment amounts to US$ 47 million, which will bring its ownership stake up to 9.99%.

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. OTP Bank views the transaction as another milestone in its multi-continent financial investment strategy.

This investment reinforces U Holdings SARL’s long-term vision of building a robust financial ecosystem focused on banking, payments, investments, and digital financial services, with ueno bank serving as its flagship operation in Paraguay.

ueno bank stands out for its ability to develop proprietary technology while operating under a universal banking license, a combination that is becoming increasingly relevant in a landscape where many digital players are still seeking effective pathways to fully integrate into the global regulated financial system.