Credium Accelerates Growth with 330K Pre-Seed Funding: Driving Auto Financing Innovation in Central Europe

Credium, a renowned leasing and financial company with deep roots in Central Europe, is excited to announce a new chapter in its growth trajectory with a successful funding round that raised 330,000 EUR. With its establishment dating back to 1997 as CP Leasing, a.s., and backed by powerful financial institutions including Ceska pojistovna – the largest insurance company in the Czech Republic – and membership in the esteemed Crédit Agricole Group, Credium has consistently demonstrated stability and innovation in the financial sector. In 2005, a milestone was reached when CP Leasing was acquired by French company Sofinco, now known as CACF (Credit Agricole Consumer Finance), a change that set the stage for further expansion and a rebranding to Credium, a.s. the following year. This strategic evolution allowed Credium to broaden its geographical footprint, notably with the acquisition of OTP Leasing in 2008 to establish Credium Slovakia, reinforcing our influence in both Czech and Slovak markets. The fresh influx of capital will primarily drive the development of our pioneering car financing products and services. As the automotive financing landscape continues to evolve, this funding will enable Credium to innovate and expand our tailored solutions for car buyers, reinforcing our collaborations with leading car importers such as FIAT Group, Mazda, Land Rover, Jaguar, and Jeep. With this investment, our goal is to create cutting-edge financial products that meet the diverse needs of our growing customer base while further strengthening strategic alliances with automotive dealers across the region. We remain committed to our legacy of excellence and innovation in car financing, setting a strong foundation for sustainable growth and customer-centric service in the years to come.