Turkiye Is Bankasi Sells Kosovo Branch to Banka Ekonomike
Deal News | Aug 15, 2025 | CEE Legal Matters
RPHS Law and Inlex Law have advised on the transaction involving the sale of Turkiye Is Bankasi's Kosovo branch banking portfolio to Banka Ekonomike. The transaction represents a strategic divestment for Turkiye Is Bankasi, marking their exit from the Kosovo market. Conversely, Banka Ekonomike is significantly expanding its portfolio through this acquisition. RPHS Law's advisory team was led by Partner Mentor Hajdaraj with support from Senior Managing Associate Klit Shala, Senior Associate Blerina Ramaj, and Associate Art Sylaj. Inlex Law's team was led by Managing Partner Shkumbin Asllani and Attorney at Law Edita Ismaili.
Sectors
- Banking
- Legal Advisory
Geography
- Kosovo – The transaction involves the banking portfolio in Kosovo, with the buyer and the target company's operations centered in this country.
- Turkey – Turkiye Is Bankasi, the selling institution, is based in Turkey, indicating a cross-border transaction.
Industry
- Banking – The core transaction involves Turkiye Is Bankasi, a major banking institution, selling its branch portfolio, highlighting activity within the Banking sector.
- Legal Advisory – RPHS Law and Inlex Law are legal firms advising on the transaction, showing the role of legal advisory in M&A activities.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkiye Is Bankasi | Selling Company | Company | A major Turkish bank divesting its Kosovo branch portfolio. |
| Banka Ekonomike | Bidding Company | Company | The acquiring entity expanding its portfolio through the acquisition of Turkiye Is Bankasi's Kosovo operations. |
| RPHS Law | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided legal advisory services for the transaction. |
| Inlex Law | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided additional legal advisory services for the transaction. |