This working paper calls for reclaiming the power and value of subsidy to accomplish policy goals in order for the future of social investment in microfinance to be more effective.

How will the evolving global macroeconomic situation impact the microfinance sector in emerging markets? Financial inclusion consultant Erik Geurts shared his thoughts on a recent Let's Talk Microfinance podcast. 

An 11-member committee, headed by Grameen Bank Chairman Prof Dr A K M Saiful Majid, has been formed to look into the cost of the MFI's services and to determine if there is any scope to reduce the charges.

The Bank of Thailand has been asked to review the ceiling of interest rates and supervise credit cards, personal loans and car loans, as the Thai government has vowed to tackle high household debt, incurred by credit card and personal loans.

Results and recommendations from mystery shopping surveys with the country's 11 largest banks

Driving factors of high interest rates and how to reduce the cost of borrowing

How the supply of credit effects interest rate ceilings

Discussing general pricing elements of microinsurance products

Designing effective health microinsurance schemes at best prices

Understanding how globalization influences MFI’s capability to overcome institutional voids