Oikocredit Portfolio Increased in 2008

March 14, 2009 No Comments

March 13, 2009 — In a time when most financial institutions look back on a very weak year, Oikocredit has succeeded in growing its field investments by 32% to € 365 million. Total assets increased with 15% to € 449 million. Despite the drop of all stock markets, the Oikocredit share has retained its value. Based on the good results and expectations for the coming year, Oikocredit’s board of directors will propose to its members to continue paying out 2% dividend to its investors. (full press release)

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