DayOne, CaixaBank’s division specialising in technology companies and their investors, consolidates its position as a benchmark bank of the innovation economy after registering sustained growth during the first half of 2026.
In the first six months of the year, DayOne has increased its customer base by 5% compared to the close of 2025 and already exceeds 5,500 customers. Moreover, the bank has seen strong growth in its commercial activity, with new investment business up by 11.9% in the first half of the year compared with the same period of the previous year.
Beyond its financial activity, DayOne plays a key role as a driver of the entrepreneurial and innovative ecosystem in Spain through initiatives that boost the growth and visibility of startups. Among them are the EmprendeXXI Awards, with more than 1,000 applications submitted in its last edition and which in its 19 editions has invested more than 10 million euros in prizes and accompanying actions, which have benefited over 560 companies.
These figures reflect DayOne’s sustained commitment to entrepreneurship development, contributing not only to facilitating access to finance, but also to accelerating the growth of innovative projects, fostering the connection between entrepreneurs and investors and strengthening the competitiveness of the technological business fabric.
Specialized value proposition
This year, the bank has expanded its value proposition for the entrepreneurial ecosystem with a new CaixaBank Wealth Management service tailored to startup founders, helping them not only grow their businesses but also manage their personal wealth with end-to-end solutions. The initiative combines the capabilities of Wealth Management and DayOne to offer a wealth advisory specialised service that is tailored to each entrepreneur’s specific needs and to the growth of their business project, with special attention on the company’s key milestones.
In addition, it provides access to investment solutions, special conditions financing, philanthropy, investor networking and international support, making available to entrepreneurs a comprehensive service designed to respond to the particular needs of the innovative ecosystem. This new proposition adds to the services already offered by DayOne to entrepreneurs, including fundraising and M&A, Venture Debt, as well as specialist teams who focus on international trade, treasury and working capital.
Since its inception in 2017, DayOne has been working with the aim of accompanying technology-based, fast-developing and global companies that carry out value-added activities with specific solutions across the different growth phases.
DayOne has offices in Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia, Zaragoza, Bilbao, Malaga and Girona and has business managers in Murcia, Castile and Leon, the Canary Islands, Seville, Galicia and the Balearic Islands. It currently covers and provides specialised services in 15 autonomous communities.
In addition to its financial products, DayOne promotes a relationship-based banking approach aimed at connecting the various players within the ecosystem, facilitating opportunities for collaboration, knowledge and innovation through strategic alliances.
Growth dynamics
DayOne plans to consolidate this growth dynamic during the second half and further strengthen its value proposition by launching new financial solutions, boosting specialized banking and strengthening strategic alliances with key ecosystem players.
The entity will continue to work to facilitate access to finance, support the growth processes of technology companies and foster collaboration between entrepreneurs, investors and corporations, thus consolidating its leadership as a benchmark bank of the innovation economy.