IMI CIB connects 15 Italian listed companies with leading U.S. investors
21 September 2026
Intesa Sanpaolo brought 15 leading Italian listed companies to the attention of the U.S. financial market through the second edition of Italian Equity Champions, a conference designed to foster dialogue between international investors and high-growth Italian businesses.
The event took place in New York City, one of the world’s foremost financial hubs, where participating companies met with more than 50 of the largest U.S. institutional investors. Nearly 150 meetings were held, involving representatives from 39 investment firms.
“Intesa Sanpaolo’s IMI CIB Division continues to play a strategic bridging role, fostering dialogue between companies and institutional investors and supporting Italy’s leading businesses in accessing global financial markets, starting with the United States”
Nicola Doninelli, Head of Distribution Platforms & GTB, IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division, Intesa Sanpaolo
The initiative reflects the ongoing commitment of Intesa Sanpaolo’s IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division (IMI CIB) to supporting the growth, international expansion and capital market visibility of Italian companies through:
- specialized corporate and investment banking expertise
- long-standing relationships with the global financial community
- a direct presence in the world’s leading economic and financial centers
The companies participating in this year’s conference were ACEA, Ariston, Azimut Holding, Banca Ifis, Brembo, CNH, De’ Longhi, Eni, Maire, Officina Stellare, OVS, Piaggio, Reply, Sanlorenzo, and Technogym.
Now in its second edition, Italian Equity Champions builds on the successful experience of the Italian Stock Market Opportunities conferences, which have promoted Italian listed companies across major European financial markets in recent years.
Intesa Sanpaolo in the United States
The New York Branch is a strategic hub within the International Network of Intesa Sanpaolo’s IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division, supporting corporate and institutional clients throughout the Americas.
In the United States, IMI CIB has played a leading role in several major infrastructure and energy financing projects, including the Cider Solar Project in New York State, the financing of the Roccasecca Battery Energy Storage System in Nevada, and the Big Muddy Solar Project in Illinois.
Intesa Sanpaolo Group has maintained a long-standing presence in the United States, acting as a strategic partner for Italian companies seeking growth opportunities, access to international capital markets, and engagement with global investors.
Last updated 21 September 2026 at 10:44:00
