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Nov 11, 2020
Need financing because of the pandemic? SMEs turn to fintech companies
Fintechs use cutting-edge technology to assess the creditworthiness of borrowers, making their services accessible and fast for SMEs.
Oct 28, 2020
Global Response, Regional Impact in the Fight Against COVID-19
IFC’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is helping the poor and vulnerable.
Sep 2, 2020
First Person: Bangladesh’s Road to Recovery
COVID-19 stories of resilience from Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Jul 14, 2020
Supporting Hardest Hit Small Businesses in Bangladesh
Two Bangladeshi entrepreneurs have partially reopened their businesses. Half the workers at Peoples Footwear are now busy with new corporate orders and Grandeur is open half a day and offering clearance sales.
Jun 30, 2020
Nepal’s Largest Biogas Plant Adapts to COVID-19
By taking on clients like hospitals and farmers, a Nepali company supports institutions that are saving lives and feeding people.
Jun 24, 2020
Answering the Call for Personal Protective Wear
The private sector is stepping up to meet the demand for masks and other medical protective gear as governments battle COVID-19.
Jun 24, 2020
DFI Partnerships Point to a New Way of Doing Business
Development Finance Institutions look for ways to work together to meet countries’ needs.
Jun 23, 2020
A Strong Momentum for Green Finance in Asia
Bangladesh is one of a number of low-income countries around the globe which has embraced the move towards sustainable financing – and is a member of the IFC-facilitated Sustainable Banking Network.
Jun 10, 2020
Venture Capital Funds Adjust Investment Strategies
New trends are reshaping how accelerators and seed funds invest in start-up companies in emerging economies.
May 13, 2020
Pakistan’s Minibikes Rev Up to Meet Food Security Demands
During lockdown, this logistics app company deploys drivers to help the government deliver food to those in need.
