IFC Invests $150 Million in TBC Bank to Boost SME and Climate Financing in Georgia
IFC's financing is expected to help TBC Bank further grow its SME and climate finance portfolios. In addition, the project will help strengthen Georgia's climate finance market by promoting best practices in sustainable lending.
Microcredit Helps Ukrainian Refugees Start Businesses in Georgia
Since launching in 2022, the program for Ukrainians, which includes business mentoring services in addition to micro-finance, has helped over 30 Ukrainian entrepreneurs to support themselves and other refugees.
ILO and KfW Join Forces to Empower Iraqi Small and Medium Enterprises and Foster Inclusive Growth
A new joint program will work to unlock access to sustainable finance, especially for young and women entrepreneurs.
Georgia Boosts Financial Inclusion, Transparency With EU, World Bank
The reforms are expected to benefit both individuals and companies through increased access to financial products such as credit and digital payments, as well as improved consumer protection supervision.
IFC, National Bank of Iraq Partner to Boost Access to Finance for SMEs, Create Jobs
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.
Symbiotics Launches the First Sustainability Bond in Georgia With MFO Crystal for $5 M
The proceeds of the Sustainability Bond will be used to finance both Social and Green eligible loans. The Social loans will be granted towards microenterprises and SMEs, stimulating the generation of employment in the country.
Mastercard Partners with Central Bank of Iraq to Advance Digital Payments
The aim of the partnership is to boost financial inclusion, encourage socio-economic development, mitigate the risks of a shadow economy and accelerate the growth of a cashless society.
EFSE and BasisBank to Provide Crucial Financing to Georgia’s Small Businesses
EUR 4.2 million to help sustain micro and small enterprises during difficult environment of COVID-19 crisis.
In-App Transactions Increase Three-Fold as Qi Card Keeps Economy Moving During Pandemic
Qi Card mobile money offering provides Iraqis with digital means for safe and secure financial transactions.
GGF and TBC Leasing Expand Access to Local Currency Finance for Energy Efficiency Measures in Georgia
The Green for Growth Fund has provided TBC Leasing with a loan of $5 million equivalent in Georgian lari to bolster energy efficiency measures among small and medium enterprises.