IP Could Unlock Billions in Financing for European Innovators

EUIPO released a report examining how intellectual property assets could be leveraged to unlock billions in financing for European innovators and businesses. The analysis explores IP as an underutilized financial asset that could support access to capital through mechanisms such as IP-backed lending and collateralization.

For innovators, IP owners, and investors, the report highlights opportunities to expand financing options by recognizing IP value on balance sheets. Financial institutions may benefit from exploring IP-backed loan products, while policymakers could consider supportive frameworks to facilitate IP monetization and collateralization across the EU market.