Through the partnership, IFC will enter a risk-sharing facility with BOA Kenya that will help the bank scale up lending to small and medium-sized enterprises.

The initiative, known as the Debt Resolution Project, is expected to create a safety net for businesses and investors, improving access to credit, especially for small and medium enterprises.

This case study showcases the business case for women's insurance in the Philippines.

The collaboration will help address the liquidity constraints that micro, small, and medium enterprises are facing in the country, supporting economic stability.

This placement is the first-ever senior preferred bond issuance by Banca Comercială Romana S.A., Romania's second-largest bank.

IFC announced an investment for the National Bank of Iraq to support the growth of smaller businesses in Iraq and help them create jobs and overcome challenges, including from COVID-19-related disruptions.

By focusing on the SMEs segment, including women-owned businesses, IFC aims to help close the existing financing gap for these two segments.

The co-investment represents IFC's first investment in the insurance brokerage sector and reflects IFC's interest in increasing insurance penetration for Mexican companies alongside a leading player in the market.

This study highlights the need for financial institutions to expand into housing finance across different income segments—particularly low and middle income households—and regions.

The investment aims to support a resilient recovery by promoting business growth, creating jobs, and fostering financial inclusion.