Today, on 30 January 2008, Balti Investeeringute Grupi Pank AS (BIG) issued 6,000 bonds with the nominal value of 1,000 euros and the total amount of 6,000,000 euros (94 million kroons). The interest rate of issued bonds is 12% and the maturity date is January 30. 2009. The bond issue was carried out as a private placement and arranged by SEB Eesti Ühispank. The proceeds will be used for financing loan activities and refinancing liabilities. Additional information: Piret Raudsepp CFO Telephone: +372 735 0923