Key findings from a survey of 24 microfinance institutions

Certain segments of the fintech industry, including digital, mobile, and contactless payments,  have seen increased adoption in recent months, since the pandemic began.

Recommendations for policymakers and financial service providers

Recommendations for policymakers and financial service providers to help them support MSMEs

A multi-country perspective from Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Kenya, and Uganda

Conversations with established and early-stage fintechs, venture capitalists, and fintech associations

The Indonesian Fintech Lenders Association has offered to help accelerate the disbursement of national economic recovery program funds as the government struggles to amass the data needed to deliver the money to the right places. 

An unintended consequence of formal low-interest microfinance: It creates informal intermediation opportunities for entrepreneurs, ranging from casual intermediation to systematic deception.

Highlighting key indicators to help programs make effective and sustainable management decisions

Lessons learned from an Indonesian MFI's experience with social performance management