Credit union vs Money lenders: A comparative overview
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Credit union vs Money lenders: A comparative overview

Your rent is due in a few days, or your business needs a quick cash injection to restock inventory. Maybe it’s a medical emergency, and you need funds immediately. Where do you turn? Traditional banks? Not always an option, especially when you don’t have the collateral, credit history, or time to go through the long […]

A cultural view of loan defaults in Malawi
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A cultural view of loan defaults in Malawi

Executive Summary Between 2019 and 2024, Malawi has seen both a rapid expansion in personal lending and a growing struggle with defaults. While commercial banks, microfinance institutions (MFIs), savings and credit cooperatives (SACCOs), village savings and loan associations (VSLAs), and new digital lenders have opened up access to credit, many Malawians still find it difficult […]

A deep overview of business and SME loans in the Philippines
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A deep overview of business and SME loans in the Philippines

This report takes a closer look at how traditional banks, government programs and new digital lending platforms are transforming the financing journey for small businesses.