Financial Inclusion and Inclusive Growth
Abstract
The empirical evidence on how the use of financial products
There is growing evidence that appropriate financial services have substantial benefits for consumers, especially women and poor adults. This paper provides an overview of financial inclusion around the world and reviews the recent empirical evidence on how the use of financial products - such as payments services, savings accounts, loans, and insurance - can contribute to inclusive growth and economic development. This paper also discusses some of the challenges to achieving greater financial inclusion and directions for future research.
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Date published
01/04/2017
Document Type
Working paper
Geographies
Global
Target
Academics, regulators, policymakers, public authorities, private sector
Pages
27
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