Financial Inclusion in Philippines

Philippines is a country in East Asia and Pacific. On this country page, you can find key financial inclusion knowledge resources and data available specifically for Philippines, 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 Philippines. 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

This episode explores how the Central Bank of the Philippines is embracing AI-powered "SupTech” (supervisory technology) for its chatbot named BOB to enhance financial consumer protection. 

Case Study

This focus note features a range of case studies based on CGAP's research and highlights the potential and actual impacts of microenterprise fintech models.

Paper

This report outlines various business models that incorporate last-mile retailers into digital ordering platforms, offering them convenience, transparency, and a wide range of products.

News & Events

Members of the financial inclusion community contributed the following news and events.