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A Dictionary of Finance

European Investment Bank
European Investment Bank
Energy Efficiency
Europe
Affordable Housing
Artificial Intelligence
Security and Defense Financing
Social Investment
Space Industry
European Union
Quantum Computing
Nuclear Fusion
Critical Raw Materials
Renewable Energy
Life Sciences
Industrialized Construction
Satellites
Climate Investment
Lithium
Biontech
BIM (building Information Modeling)

Allar and Matt work for the EU bank. But they’re not bankers. So they often find themselves wondering just what their super-smart banker colleagues are talking about. Each week they sit down with experts from the European Investment Bank and make them explain words, phrases and concepts frequently used in economics and finance in a way that's understandable, whether you’re a student, a citizen, or... more

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Recent Guests

Antoine de Lachaux
Head of BioNTech and Life Science Unit at the European Investment Bank
European Investment Bank
Episode: Invested by Europe: Why Biotech is Vital to Europe’s Economy as well as its Health
Lerato Kotelo
Critical raw material specialist at the European Investment Bank
European Investment Bank
Episode: Invested by Europe: Why Critical Raw Materials Are Key to Europe’s Future
Franz Derler
Loan officer at the European Investment Bank who works on investments in nuclear fusion companies
European Investment Bank
Episode: Invested by Europe: Why Nuclear Fusion Could Change the Future of Energy
Nikolay Dimov
Member of the venture team at the European Investment Bank
European Investment Bank
Episode: Invested by Europe: Why Quantum Computing is Crucial for Europe
Fotios Kalantzis
Senior Economist at the European Investment Bank
European Investment Bank
Episode: Invested by Europe: How Climate Action Boosts Europe’s Competitiveness
Pierre Limouzin
Investment Officer with the European Investment Bank
European Investment Bank
Episode: Invested by Europe: Why Space is the Backbone of Europe’s Economy
Grzegorz Gajda
Senior Economist in Urban Development
European Investment Bank
Episode: Invested by Europe: What Actually Makes Affordable Housing Possible?
Fabrizio Seminara
Senior Urban Development Specialist at the European Investment Bank
European Investment Bank
Episode: Invested by Europe: How Innovation Could Make Construction an Industry You’ll Want to Work in
Maurizio Seminara
(Appears as speaker discussing future trends and funding for construction innovation)
European Investment Bank
Episode: Invested by Europe: How Innovation Could Make Construction an Industry You’ll Want to Work in

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Allar
Host of the show
Matt
Host of the show and presenter, discusses topics with experts

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Great show!

    This is really a great show on finance related topics and the important work of the EIB. I hope there will be new episodes released in 2021

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alan Vlvt
    Germany5 years ago
  • What happened?!

    I’m listening to my favourite podcasts on Finance and then I get stuff about monsters and pixies!

    Sorry, not for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Isibal
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Helpful and entertaining

    I’m trying to learn more about finance and glad I found this podcast. The host is quite funny and the show very well done. Nice personal touches to it and avoids being dry. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diana in Ottawaq
    Canada8 years ago

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A good resource for understanding complex finance concepts without jargon.
Engaging hosts with expert guests and real-world examples.
Clear explanations and practical takeaways for EU finance topics.

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Q: What's your favorite project, let's say, that you've worked on at the bank, or what do you think is the most significant critical raw materials investment that the bank has made recently?
The bank's notable progress includes financing lithium-related projects in Europe, such as a mine and the associated value chain in Finland, marking a significant shift toward in-region mining and processing to advance Europe's independence in critical materials.
Invested by Europe: Why Biotech is Vital to Europe’s Economy as well as its Health
Q: Can you give a concrete example of how AI could be a force multiplier in biotech, from drug development to regulatory approval?
AI can speed up screening and identify promising proteins, assist diagnostics through advanced imaging analysis, and automate parts of the regulatory submission process to ensure data consistency and faster approvals, thereby shortening development timelines and expanding patient access.
Invested by Europe: Why Biotech is Vital to Europe’s Economy as well as its Health
Q: So what is the role of the EIB group in supporting Europe's biotech sector, and how do you practically boost this ecosystem?
The EIB deploys capital into life-science ventures, leveraging a mix of financial and scientific expertise to de-risk investments, build cross-border investment opportunities, and foster a harmonized European funding environment that enables pan-European financing rather than national silos.
Invested by Europe: Why Quantum Computing is Crucial for Europe
Q: Nik, can you tell us more about what you do and how does it relate to quantum?
I work with the venture team at the European Investment Bank, focusing on funding startup ecosystems, assessing instruments, and guiding entrepreneurs to the right financial pathways for scaling quantum technologies.
Invested by Europe: Why Nuclear Fusion Could Change the Future of Energy
Q: But how competitive is Europe with the US or Asia in fusion right now?
Europe is reasonably well positioned with strong scientific and technological skills and an existing supply chain, but historically it has attracted a smaller share of private fusion funding; nevertheless, promising European players like Marvel Fusion and Proxima Fusion have recently raised rounds, suggesting growing activity.

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What is A Dictionary of Finance about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lightweight, accessible finance podcast where two hosts from an EU-backed bank invite European Investment Bank experts to explain economics and finance concepts in plain language. Episodes center on public finance, housing, energy efficiency, security, and innovation, with real-world financing examples that show how policy, technology, and investment intersect in Europe. The show shines by translating jargon into practical ideas for students, business owners, and policy enthusiasts, often highlighting how public-private financing and EU programs shape everyday finance and infrastructure. A notable strength is the regular pairing of hosts with seasoned EIB professionals, which helps translate complex topics into actionable takeaways while ... more

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2. Lerato Kotelo
3. Franz Derler
4. Nikolay Dimov
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6. Pierre Limouzin
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