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Who We Are

is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries.
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What We Do
What We Do

IFC advances economic development and improves the lives of people by encouraging the growth of the private sector in developing countries. We achieve this by investing in impactful projects, mobilizing other investors, and sharing expertise.
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Where We Work

As the largest global development institution focused on the private sector, IFC operates in more than 100 countries around the globe. We apply lessons learned in one region to solve problems in another.
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Our Impact

Our impact improves lives. IFC brings a clear set of advantages to the world’s most challenging markets. Including a history of innovation, a global mandate, and a determination to achieve measurable development impact.
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Owned by 186 member countries and consistently rated AAA/Aaa. IFC aims to achieve our mission of promoting development by providing debt and equity to the private sector, through a range of benchmark and bespoke products.

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IFC Trendlines

IFC's monthly podcast that explores how private investment is driving growth across emerging markets. Expanding on the IFC Trendlines Newsletter, each episode brings together insights from IFC, the wider World Bank Group, and its partners to unpack where capital is flowing, how risk is being navigated, and where new opportunities are emerging in developing economies.

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Unlocking Development Finance Through Credit Insurance

Listen as experts from IFC & MSIG USA discuss how credit insurance helps manage risk and unlock capital for small businesses in emerging markets.

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Season 1, Episode 1

Mobilizing Private Capital for Development

Explore how private capital fuels growth in emerging markets, with IFC’s John Gandolfo sharing insights on risks, opportunities, and key sectors.

January 26, 2026
Available in English
Season 1, Episode 2

Unlocking Development Finance Through Credit Insurance

Listen as experts from IFC & MSIG USA discuss how credit insurance helps manage risk and unlock capital for small businesses in emerging markets.

March 16, 2026
Available in English

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Unlocking Development Finance Through Credit Insurance

Mobilizing Private Capital for Development

Unlocking Development Finance Through Credit Insurance

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