Members of the fi-compass Community of Practice met in Paris to discuss success factors for financial instruments supported by the European Social Fund. Delegates were able to learn from lessons highlighted by other countries as well as share their own ongoing experiences with financial instruments.

Financial instruments such as loans, bank guarantees, equity investments and venture capital can be co-funded by the European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF). These financial instruments are an efficient way to invest in the growth and development of people and businesses across the EU.

This film provides an overview of how the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD) can be used by Member States and regions to operate EAFRD financial instruments such as loans, guarantees and equity.