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  • Björn Lander

    CEO


    +46 8 501 004 00
    http://www.bluestepbank.com
  • Juan Navas

    Head of Corporate Communication


    +46 (0)8 501 004 00
    +46 (0)70 306 2245
    https://www.bluestepbank.com/

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    We are excited to move forward with the acquisition of Bank2, which will strengthen our ability to serve our customers in Norway, The synergy between our organizations will enable us to offer unparalleled mortgage solutions, tailored to our customers' unique needs. We are excited about the opportunities this partnership presents and are committed to enhancing financial accessibility for our customers.
    Björn Lander, CEO, Bluestep Bank
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    Bluestep Bank Lowers Mortgage Rates

    Bluestep Bank is lowering interest rates for mortgages with interest periods of 3 months.The table below shows the change, effective as of Tuesday 12 November. The adjustment is due to changes in funding costs. +--------+------+|3 months|-0.20%|+--------+------+ During the latest interest period of 3 months, the interest rate has been lowered by 0.50% in total. For more information please contact:Juan Navas, Head of PR & Corporate Communication, Bluestep Bank+46 70 306 2245juan.navas@bluestep.se

    Bluestep Bank Lowers Mortgage Rates

    Bluestep Bank is lowering the interest rates for mortgages for interest periods of 3 months, 1 year, 3 years and 5 years. The table below shows the changes to Bluestep Bank's mortgage rates, effective as of Friday 11 October. The adjustment is due to changes in funding costs. 3 months -0.30%1 year -0.45%3 years -0.25%5 years -0.10% For more information please contact:Juan Navas, Head of PR & Corporate Communication, Bluestep Bank+46 70 306 2245juan.navas@bluestep.se

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ) announces that the company plans to change its name to Enity Bank Group AB (publ)

    At an extraordinary general meeting today, September 6, 2024, a decision was made to initiate the process for a name change. The name change requires approval from Finansinspektionen before it can be registered with the Swedish Companies Registration Office (Bolagsverket), which is expected to occur during the fourth quarter of 2024. Bluestep Bank AB (publ) currently includes Bluestep Bank Finland, Bluestep Bank and Bank2 in Norway, as well as Bluestep Bank and 60plusbanken in Sweden. These consumer brands will continue to operate under their existing names, and customers will not be

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ) Interim Report 2024

    The first half year in briefThe period extends from 1 January - 30 June 2024 (comparative figures show the corresponding period last year for P&L items and 31 December 2023 for balance sheet items). Strategic development and significant events The first half of 2024 was characterized by continued macroeconomic uncertainty, with central banks embracing a cautious approach to rate cuts whilst monitoring inflation trends and geopolitical risks. Inflation continued to fall, although somewhat slower than expected where the Swedish Central bank and the ECB communicated a cautious approach

    Bluestep Bank Lowers Mortgage Rates

    Bluestep Bank is lowering the interest rates for mortgages for interest periods of 3 months, 1 year, 3 years and 5 years.The table below shows the changes to Bluestep Bank's mortgage rates, effective as of Monday 12 August. The adjustment is due to changes in funding costs. 3 months -0.05%1 year -0.40%3 years -0.45%5 years -0.30% For more information please contact:Juan Navas, Head of PR & Corporate Communication, Bluestep Bank+46 70 306 2245juan.navas@bluestep.se

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ) has completed a covered bond tap issue of SEK 200 million

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ) (“Bluestep Bank”) has completed a tap issue of SEK 200 million, related to the outstanding covered bond with maturity date November 19[th], 2027 (Loan 10, tranche 2, ISIN SE0020356350). The issue was made under Bluestep Bank’s MTCN-programme with a framework amount of SEK 15 billion. Following the tap issue, a total of SEK 1.2 billion is outstanding under loan 10 and a total of SEK 5.2 billion is outstanding under the programme. The issued bonds were priced at 101.425% plus accrued interest, corresponding to a re-offer spread of 3m Stibor + 0.46%. SEB acted

    Bluestep Bank issues Tier 2 notes in SEK

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ), (“Bluestep”) has issued Tier 2 notes amounting to SEK 300 million with a final maturity date in August 2034, with a first call date in May 2029 (subject to the prior consent of the Swedish FSA). The notes carry an interest of 3m Stibor + 3.75%. ISIN SE0021512928. The loan date for the notes is the 22[nd] of May 2024. The notes will be listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. The notes are issued under Bluestep’s MTN-program, which has a total framework amount of SEK 5 billion. Nordea and SEB acted as Joint Lead Managers for the transaction. For additional information,

    Annual General Meeting 2024 in Bluestep Bank AB (publ) and publication of Annual and Sustainability report for 2023

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ)’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) was concluded on the 26th of April 2024. The AGM re-elected all six of the board members. The AGM also re-elected the auditor. Bluestep Bank AB (publ) also publishes the Annual and Sustainability report for 2023, which is available on the company’s website. Among other things, the AGM resolved the following: · The AGM approved the income statement and balance sheet for Bluestep Bank AB (publ) as well as the consolidated income statement and consolidated balance sheet. · The AGM approved that the appropriation of profits

    Completion of the cross-border merger with Bank2 ASA

    Reference is made to the press release dated 7 December 2023 that the board of directors of Bluestep Bank AB (publ) (“Bluestep Bank”) has adopted a merger plan which entails a cross-border merger within the group between Bluestep Bank and Bank2 ASA (“Bank2”), with the former as the acquiring entity (the “Merger”). The Norwegian Financial Supervisory Authority approved the Merger on 20 February 2024 and the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority announced, on 7 March 2024, its permission to Bluestep Bank to execute the merger plan. The Swedish Companies Registration Office has today

    Bluestep Bank issues senior unsecured bonds in SEK

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ), (“Bluestep”) has issued senior unsecured floating rate notes amounting to SEK 2,000 million, as per below: · SEK 700 million, maturity in March 2026, with a coupon of  3m Stibor +1.50%, ISIN SE0013361243 · SEK 1,300 million, maturity in March 2027, with a coupon of 3m Stibor +1,60%, ISIN SE0020356731 The loan date for the notes is the 22[nd] of March 2024. The notes will be listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. In conjunction with the issue, a repurchase of SEK 248 million of Bluestep’s outstanding notes with maturity in April 2024 will be completed (ISIN

    Approval of the merger plan by Swedish Finansinspektionen

    Reference is made to the press release from Bluestep Bank AB (publ) ("Bluestep Bank") on February 20, 2024, regarding the decision by the Norwegian Financial Supervisory Authority to approve the cross-border merger within the group between Bluestep Bank and Bank2 ASA ("Bank2"), with the former as the acquiring company. The Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority has today announced its permission to execute the merger plan. Completion of the merger is now subject only to the fulfilment of certain corporate law conditions. For further information, please contact:Juan Navas, Head of

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ) Year-end report 2023

    The Year in BriefPerformance and financial position The financial performance and financial position is impacted by the acquisition of Bank2, which is fully consolidated from the 31st of October. • Lending to the public increased by 29% to MSEK 26, 205 (MSEK 20,346). Adjusted for currency effects the increase was 6% excluding Bank2. • New lending amounted to MSEK 7,009 (MSEK 6.903). Adjusted for currency effects the increase was 4%. • Net interest income amounted to MSEK 959 (MSEK 921), an increase of 4%. • Operating profit amounted to MSEK 298 (MSEK 310). Bank2 contributed

    Approval of the merger plan by Norwegian Finanstilsynet

    Reference is made to the press release from Bluestep Bank AB (publ) ("Bluestep Bank") on December 7, 2023, regarding the decision by the board of directors of Bluestep Bank and Bank2 ASA ("Bank2") to sign a joint merger plan. The plan entails a cross-border merger within the group between Bluestep Bank and Bank2, with the former as the acquiring company. The Norwegian Financial Supervisory Authority has today announced its approval of the merger. Completion of the merger is now subject only to approval from the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority, as well as the fulfillment of

    Reference is made to the announcement dated 21 June 2023 that Bluestep Bank AB (publ) ("Bluestep Bank") has entered into an agreement to acquire Bank2 ASA ("Bank2").

    The board of directors of Bluestep Bank has today adopted a merger plan which entails a merger between Bank2 and Bluestep Bank, with the latter as the acquiring company. Completion of the merger is subject to approval from the Norwegian Finanstilsynet and the Swedish Finansinspektionen, as well as fulfillment of certain company law conditions. For further information, please contact:Juan Navas, Head of Corporate Communication, Bluestep Bank+46 70 306 2245juan.navas@bluestep.se Or visit: www.bluestepbank.com

    Bluestep Bank Announces Acquisition of Bank2 Closed on October 31st

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ) (“Bluestep Bank”) is pleased to announce that the acquisition of Bank2 ASA (“Bank2”) by Bluestep Bank was finalized on Tuesday, October 31st, 2023. Together, the two financial institutions will embark on a shared mission to challenge the mortgage market in Norway. Bluestep Bank's acquisition of Bank2 signifies a significant step towards this vision, allowing them to combine their expertise and resources to provide innovative mortgage solutions tailored to the needs of their customers. In pursuit of this mission, Bluestep Bank and Bank2 will work collaboratively

    Three new members appointed to the Board of Directors in Bluestep Bank AB (publ)

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ) has today, in an Extraordinary General Meeting, appointed Christopher Rees, Vesa Koskinen and Christian Shin Høegh Andersen to the Board of Directors in Bluestep Bank AB (publ). Christopher Rees, Vesa Koskinen and Christian Shin Høegh Andersen will replace Toby Franklin, Albert Gustafsson and Simon Tillmo. Christopher Rees has an extensive background in the financial sector, most recently as Group CFO and member of the Group Executive Management at Nordea, with previous roles at Barclays Investment Bank, Morgan Stanley, and Merrill Lynch. Christopher

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ) Interim Report 2023

    The first half year in brief The period extends from 1 January - 30 June 2023 (comparative figures for the corresponding period last year). Performance and financial position • Lending to the public increased by 8% to MSEK 20,458 (MSEK 18,981). Adjusted for currency effects the increase was 6%. • New lending amounted to MSEK 2,868 (MSEK 3,351). Adjusted for currency effects the decrease was 12%, as EUR strengthened against SEK compared to the previous year. • Net interest income amounted to MSEK 461 (MSEK 442), an increase of 4%. • Operating profit amounted to MSEK 198 (

    Bluestep Bank to acquire Bank2, a Norwegian specialist mortgage bank and refinancing services provider

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ) (“Bluestep Bank”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Bank2 ASA (“Bank2”), a Norwegian specialist mortgage bank and refinancing services provider. The purchase price amounts to around NOK 1 billion.Bank2 is a Norwegian bank that provides specialist mortgages and refinancing services exclusively for the Norwegian market. The bank was established in 2005 and has served more than 10,000 customers since inception. Bank2 has a loan portfolio of approximately NOK 4.5 billion per Q1 2023 and employs 36 people, all at the head office in

    Annual General Meeting 2023 in Bluestep Bank AB (publ) and publication of Annual and Sustainability report for 2022

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ)’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) was concluded on the 28th of April 2023. The AGM re-elected all six of the board members. The AGM also re-elected the auditor. Bluestep Bank AB (publ) also publishes the Annual and Sustainability report for 2022, which is available on the company’s website. Among other things, the AGM resolved the following: · The AGM approved the income statement and balance sheet for Bluestep Bank AB (publ) as well as the consolidated income statement and consolidated balance sheet. · The AGM approved that the appropriation of profits

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ) Year-end report 2022

    The year in briefPerformance and financial position · Lending to the public increased by 11% to MSEK 20,346 (MSEK 18,333). Adjusted for currency effects the increase was 9%. · New lending amounted to MSEK 6,903 (MSEK 7,169). Adjusted for currency effects the decrease was 6%, as both NOK and EUR strengthened against SEK compared to the previous year. · Net interest income amounted to MSEK 921 (MSEK 833), an increase of 11%. · Operating profit amounted to MSEK 310 (MSEK 325). Operating income increased during the year, but non-recurring items associated with the strategic review

    Announcement from Bluestep Bank AB (publ) Extraordinary General Meeting 2023

    Bluestep Bank AB (publ) has today at an Extraordinary General Meeting decided on a distribution of profits to its owner Bluestep Holding AB.Bluestep Bank AB (publ) has had stable earnings and capital generation over several years. An Extraordinary General Meeting in Bluestep Bank AB (publ) has therefore today decided on a distribution of profits to Bluestep Holding AB (owner of 100% of the shares in Bluestep Bank AB (publ)). The distribution of profits amounts to a total of 37 000 000 Swedish kronor. The above-mentioned distribution of profits reduces Bluestep Bank AB (publ)’s total

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