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Land Titling and Microcredit in Cambodia
This paper explores the neoliberal-oriented theory of change based on the possession and use of private individual land titles by the poor. The theory is tested in Cambodia, where the development of the microcredit sector has been facilitated by the extensive use of land titles as collateral.
Low-Income Financial Services Market Sizing and Fintech Assessment: Peru Country Report
This study presents the findings of research to establish the status of access to finance for MSEs and the size of the credit market across four different geographies, including Peru.
Remittances Remain Resilient but Are Slowing
This brief includes describes key developments in remittance flows and provides projections of remittance trends in 2023 in light of a slowing global economy, continued high inflation and increased interest rates, and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the conflict in Sudan.
Revolutionizing Product Design in Financial Services
This publication provides FSPs the knowledge to use women-centered design for developing financial products and services that work for women.
Strengthening Financial Resilience in the Pacific
This publication captures the lessons learned from implementing climate risk insurance solutions in the Pacific over the last two years.
Women and Credit: Access to Credit for Micro and Small Female Entrepreneurs, Including Collective Enterprises in India
This report delves into micro and small women entrepreneurs’ credit journey exploring demand and supply-side factors and provides key recommendations to enhance access to credit for women entrepreneurs.
Account Inactivity in India—Is There a Problem?
In this note, the authors discuss potential reasons for account dormancy and advocate a shift in approach to financial inclusion.
Agritech and Fintech Providers in East and Southern Africa
This report examines the universe of agritech and fintech providers that influence access to finance for small-scale farmers and agricultural SMEs in East and Southern Africa.
Building a Bridge Between Financial Education and Financial Health
This publication focuses on understanding the relationship between financial education and financial health and how these can ultimately contribute to improve the lives of low-income populations.
Environmental and Social Risk Management Guidelines
This report presents challenges and policy recommendations from the Inclusive Green Finance Working Group and is intended as a tool for regulators or policymakers who are developing environmental and social risk management (ESRM) guidelines.