Financial Inclusion in Bangladesh

Bangladesh is a country in South Asia. On this country page, you can find key financial inclusion knowledge resources and data available specifically for Bangladesh, including the latest publications, news and events. 

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Key Financial Inclusion Data

The charts below, based on the latest available Global Findex data, explore key financial inclusion trends in Bangladesh. Find out how the country compares to others in the region and across the globe on important aspects of financial inclusion such as account ownership and usage, the gender disparity in financial inclusion and financial resilience.

Account Ownership

Percent of adults age 15+ with an account at a financial institution or through a mobile money provider. Regional data excludes high-income economies.
Source: Global Findex Database

Gender Gap in Account Ownership

Percent of adults age 15+ with an account. Regional data excludes high-income economies.

 

Source: Global Findex Database

Use of Financial Services

Percent of adults age 15+. Regional data excludes high-income economies.
Source: Global Findex Database
Podcast

In this episode, two farmers in Bangladesh share their experience in fighting to protect their homes and livelihoods from storms, flooding, and rising sea levels. The podcast also features MicroSave Consulting and CGAP discussing the potential role financial tools can play in bringing hope, resilience, and lasting change to climate-vulnerable communities.

Case Study

This report shares case studies from six countries that detail how advocacy, partnerships, and tailored regulatory frameworks have fostered supportive legal environments for Savings Groups (SGs), promoting their growth, sustainability, and integration into formal financial systems while preserving their essential informality.

 

Slide Deck

This report shares strategies for enhancing customer retention among cash-in and cash-out (CICO) agents.

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