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ESM
About the ESM

Safeguarding financial stability in the euro area

The euro area safety net that helps countries prevent and resolve financial crises

Who we are

The European Stability Mechanism (ESM) provides financial assistance to euro area countries in crisis, acting as a lender of last resort to ensure the financial stability and prosperity of the euro area.

Facts

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ESM shareholders
€295bn
total amount of loans disbursed by ESM/EFSF
€433bn
ESM's remaining lending capacity (Forward Commitment Capacity)
86%
Percentage of ESM’s €500 bn lending capacity currently available
€81.1bn
ESM’s paid-in capital
12.5years
Weighted average maturity of ESM loans to Spain
Group visits inquiry

The ESM welcomes groups from schools, universities, and other institutions that wish to learn about the institution and its role in safeguarding financial stability in the euro area.

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Speaker requests

To invite a member of the ESM Management Board or other ESM staff to speak at a conference or event, please use the speaking engagement request form.