This report provides a WBO overview within a European context, defines WBO and the most common models, as well as current trends and insights within the WBO context. The assessment is further enriched with insights collected from the countries analysed, incl. the mapping of the WBO frameworks in France, Spain, Italy and Slovenia and the in-debt case studies.
This country report is an integral part of the fi-compass ESF+ study on Workers’ Buyouts. The document outlines the current situation with regards to WBO in France and presents the solutions and challenges on both the demand and supply side of finance to support WBO. Based on an analysis of market gaps and three company case studies to look in-depth at ways in which workers have bought out their companies through a cooperative. The report ends with the potential use of European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) and European Union (EU) funding resources and recommendations.
This country report is an integral part of the fi-compass ESF+ study on Workers’ Buyouts. The document outlines the current situation with regards to WBO in Italy and presents the solutions and challenges on both the demand and supply side of finance to support WBO. Based on an analysis of market gaps and three company case studies to look in-depth at ways in which workers have bought out their companies through a cooperative. The report ends with the potential use of European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) and European Union (EU) funding resources and recommendations.
This country report is an integral part of the fi-compass ESF+ study on Workers’ Buyouts. The document outlines the current situation with regards to WBO in Spain and presents the solutions and challenges on both the demand and supply side of finance to support WBO. Based on an analysis of market gaps and three company case studies to look in-depth at ways in which workers have bought out their companies through a cooperative. The report ends with the potential use of European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) and European Union (EU) funding resources and recommendations.
This country report is an integral part of the fi-compass ESF+ study on Workers’ Buyouts. The document outlines the current situation with regards to WBO in Slovenia and presents the solutions and challenges on both the demand and supply side of finance to support WBO. Based on an analysis of market gaps and three company case studies to look in-depth at ways in which workers have bought out their companies through a cooperative. The report ends with the potential use of ESF+ and European Union (EU) funding resources and recommendations.
This fi-compass thematic webinar, held on 11 February 2025, explored the visibility and communication requirements for financial instruments under EU shared management funds. Experts from the European Commission (DG REGIO & INFORM EU network), the EIB, and managing authorities discussed legal obligations, common challenges, audit implications, and best practices. The session also featured case studies showcasing effective communication strategies for financial instruments supporting SMEs and energy efficiency projects.
Watch the recording to learn how to enhance visibility, boost demand, and ensure compliance with EU regulations.
Summaries of data on the progress made in financing and implementing financial instruments supported by ESIF as of 31 December 2023.
