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Published on 18:20 GMT

RBI Urges Transparency As Microfinance Interest Rates Begin Rising

RBI Deputy Governor Shirish Chandra Murmu warned lenders regarding rising microfinance interest rates, urging transparent pricing and responsible lending practices to protect low-income households from excessive debt burdens. RBI Urges Transparency As …

Source: Asianet Newsable - Center-right
Published on 17:01 GMT

Microfinance loans getting costlier across lenders, says RBI deputy governor

New Delhi [India], November 15 (ANI): Interest rates on microfinance loans are rising across all categories of regulated lenders, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Deputy Governor Shirish Chandra Murmu said, urging lenders to keep their pricing transparent and …

Source: The Tribune (Chandigarh) - Neutral
Published on 15:18 GMT

RBI to review Rs 3 lakh income threshold for microfinance borrowers: Deputy Governor

Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will review the annual household income threshold of Rs 3 lakh for microfinance borrowers, Deputy Governor Shirish Chandra Murmu said, signalling a possible reconsideration of the existing regulatory limit amid …

Source: The Hans India - Neutral
Published on 17:19 GMT

Egyptian Fintech Dayra Secures Digital Microfinance Licence

The FRA licence allows Dayra to integrate microfinance services into digital platforms used by businesses and freelancers. Egyptian fintech company Dayra has obtained a licence from the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) to provide digital microfinance …

Source: Cairo Scene - Pending
Published on 03:38 GMT

State-Run Microfinance Agency to Expand Short-Term Contract Hiring

The entrance to the Comprehensive Support Center for Microfinance in Seoul's Jung district. Seoul Economic Daily DB.The number of short-term contract workers at the Korea Inclusive Finance Agency, which administers policy lending programs, is set to …

Source: Seoul Economic Daily - Pending
Published on Nov 14, 2026

Elderly woman left homeless as microfinance firm seizes her house

Davanagere: An elderly woman and her family have allegedly been rendered homeless after a private microfinance company took possession of their house over pending loan instalments at Marenahalli village in Jagalur taluk. The incident has raised fresh …

Source: The Siasat Daily - Indeterminate
Published on 12:41 GMT

MFIs foray into MSME, Gold Loans as RBI eases portfolio restrictions

The move came after stress in the microfinance sector highlighted the risks of excessive exposure to a narrow customer base Microfinance institutions (MFIs) are expanding into MSME lending, loans against property, vehicle finance and gold loans as they …

Source: The Hindu Business Line - Neutral
Published on Nov 14, 2026

Apna Microfinance Bank signs share purchase deal with Mobilink Bank

Published on: November 14, 2026 8:51 AM Apna Microfinance Bank Limited (Apna Bank) announces the signing of a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) under which Mobilink Bank will acquire approximately 82.51% shareholding in Apna Bank, subject to the completion of …

Source: Daily Times - Center-left
Published on 21:35 GMT

aBi Finance Calls for Increased Investment in Green, Inclusive Agricultural Financing

aBi Finance has called on financial institutions to increase investment in green and inclusive agricultural financing, warning that limited access to affordable capital continues to constrain smallholder farmers and agribusinesses despite growing demand …

Source: Nilepost News - Pending
Published on Nov 13, 2026

Veon's Mobilink Bank to buy 82% stake in Pakistan's Apna Microfinance Bank

Veon's Pakistani subsidiary Mobilink Microfinance Bank has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire an 82.5 percent stake in Apna Microfinance Bank. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval from the State Bank of Pakistan and the …

Source: Telecompaper - Neutral
Published on 18:04 GMT

Why are the poor so gravely penalized?

How SACCOs and MFIs Can Turn a Modest Loan into an Impossible Debt Access to Finance Should Not Become Access to Endless Debt Financial inclusion is widely recognized as an essential instrument for poverty reduction, economic empowerment, and inclusive …

Source: Capital - Pending
Published on Nov 13, 2026

Mobilink Bank signs Agreement to Acquire 82.51% Stake in Apna Microfinance Bank

Mobilink Bank, one of the largest microfinance Banks in Pakistan, has signed a Sale Purchase Agreement (SPA) to acquire 82.51% shareholding in Apna Microfinance Bank Limited (Apna Bank), subject to applicable legal and regulatory approvals. The proposed …

Source: PhoneWorld - Neutral
Published on Nov 13, 2026

CDP and Banca Etica join Forces with EU support to unlock €30 Million for Microfinance in the Western Balkans

Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP) and Banca Etica have signed a €15 million financing agreement under SAFE(Sustainable Access to Finance for Entrepreneurship), an initiative promoted by CDP with the support of the European Union through the Western Balkans …

Source: Sarajevo Times - Neutral
Published on 08:47 GMT

Raven customers face uncertain recovery as millions remain inaccessible

Log in or create a free account to get started. Read History Go to My Account Log Out Enhanced by Google Technology Raven customers face uncertain recovery as millions remain inaccessible Raven, a Nigerian digital financial services platform, is facing …

Source: Ghana MMA - Neutral
Published on 12:19 GMT

Regulators to Let Banks Guard Foreign Investors’ Assets without Subsidiaries

The directive already offers banks a way into the business. It allows them to own up to 100pc of a capital market service provider with the Central Bank's prior approval, the subsidiary route the draft would spare them. Its waiver clause covers only …

Source: Addis Fortune - Neutral
Published on 12:45 GMT

NDC elects new Upper West chairman as four incumbents lose positions

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Upper West Region has elected procurement consultant Alhaji Alhassan Adam, popularly known as Randy, as its new Regional Chairman. The 49-year-old defeated incumbent chairman Abdul Nasir Saani Bunas, polling …

Source: MyJoyOnline - Pending
Published on 12:49 GMT

Parents seek action against Shivamogga teacher for mocking kids

Shivamogga: Allegations of a teacher humiliating students over their parents’ occupations have sparked anger among parents at a government Urdu school in Tipu Nagar, Shivamogga district of Karnataka. The parents have submitted a complaint to the Block …

Source: The Siasat Daily - Indeterminate
Published on Nov 13, 2026

ABHI Microfinance Bank’s IPO gets over 100pc subscription

KARACHI - ABHI Microfinance Bank has achieved a significant milestone in its initial public offering (IPO), with its book-building portion reaching 158% (1.6x) subscription during the two-day bidding process held on November 5–6, 2026, on the Pakistan …

Source: The Nation - Pro-Government
Published on Nov 13, 2026

Mobilink Bank signs agreement to acquire 82.51pc stake in Apna Microfinance Bank

ISLAMABAD - Mobilink Bank, one of the largest microfinance banks in Pakistan, has signed a sale purchase agreement (SPA) to acquire 82.51 percent shareholding in Apna Microfinance Bank Limited (Apna Bank), subject to applicable legal and regulatory …

Source: The Nation - Pro-Government

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Published on November 13, 2026 - 04:30 GMT

VEON’s Mobilink Microfinance Bank Signs Share Purchase Agreement for 82.5% Stake in Apna Microfinance Bank

Agreement advances Mobilink Bank’s “Growth with Purpose” strategy and extends VEON’s continued investment in Pakistan’s digital financial services sector New York, Dubai and Islamabad, November 13, 2026 – VEON Ltd. (Nasdaq: VEON), a global digital operator …

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Published on November 13, 2026 - 18:43 GMT

Mikel Consulting Surpasses $1.6 Billion in Client Funding Secured Through Its Business Plan Writing Services

The Vancouver and Seattle business plan firm has helped entrepreneurs in 90+ countries win bank loans, investor capital and business immigration approvals. VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mikel …

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Published on November 12, 2026 - 06:31 GMT

NEW BOOK RECLAIMS THE CULTURAL, ECOLOGICAL, AND INTELLECTUAL HISTORY OF MITHILA

Satish Jha’s "Mithila: A Civilisation in Slow Fire" offers a critical, multi-layered inquiry into ancient Gangetic polities and modern floodscapes WELLESELY, MA, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Satish Jha’s definitive …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 11:05 GMT

Food Planet Prize 2027 longlist announced: meet 47 projects building a sustainable food future

STOCKHOLM, Nov. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Curt Bergfors Food Planet Prize, the world’s largest environmental award, organized by The Curt Bergfors Foundation, has announced its 2027 longlist. Out of nearly a thousand nominations, 47 initiatives from …

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Published on July 31, 2026 - 19:58 GMT

Rapid Recovery Microloan Program Available for Flood-Impacted Businesses

CATSKILL, N.Y. – Greene County Economic Development Corporation (GCEDC) is partnering with Columbia Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) to provide financial resources to eligible flood-impacted small businesses in both Greene and Columbia counties …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 20:20 GMT

Credicorp Ltd.: Credicorp’s Earnings Release and Conference Call 3Q26

Lima, Oct. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lima, Peru, October 27, 2026 – Credicorp Ltd. announces to its shareholders and the market that its 3Q26 Earnings Release will be published on Monday, November 9, 2026, after market close. Credicorp’s webcast and …

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Published on October 14, 2026 - 00:30 GMT

The Microlending Market Is Projected to Grow to $431.78 Billion by 2030 Fueled by Increasing Industry Demand

The Business Research Company's The Microlending Market Is Projected to Grow to $431.78 Billion by 2030 Fueled by Increasing Industry Demand LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

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Published on October 6, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

InNova Global Fund Opens Reg D 506(c) Offering to Fund Microlending in Kenya

Clovis, CA, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- InNova Global Fund today opened its Regulation D Rule 506(c) offering to verified accredited investors. Money raised through the offering funds microlending in Kenya, where borrowers take out microloans …

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Published on November 15, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Three Weeks Left in Medicare Open Enrollment: A 7-Step Checklist Before December 7

Medicare Agents Helpline shares a simple checklist to help seniors review 2027 coverage and decide between Medicare Advantage and Medigap before the deadline. INDIANAPOLIS, IN, UNITED STATES, November 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Medicare' …

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Published on November 15, 2026 - 12:55 GMT

ZagTrader Makes Its FIX and MT/MX Parser Message Tools Free Permanently for the Trading and Banking Communities

ZagTrader's FIX Parser and Log Analyzer and its MT/MX Parser are now permanently free, with no sign-up and no account. Both tools parse messages in the browser. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, November 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on November 15, 2026 - 12:49 GMT

AMERICAN SWISS FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES THE YOUNG LEADER CLASS OF 2026

ZüRICH, SWITZERLAND, November 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Swiss Foundation (ASF) is pleased to announce the Young Leaders Class of 2026. Created in 1990 by the late Ambassador Faith Whittlesey, the Foundation’s Young Leaders …

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Published on November 15, 2026 - 12:48 GMT

AGM Unveils Solar-Storage-Charging Integrated Solution at RE+26

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, November 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 1.AGM Extends Sincere Invitation to RE+26 for Joint Exploration of New Clean-Energy Opportunities Scheduled for November 17-19, 2026, RE+26 Clean Energy Expo will be hosted at the Las …

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Published on November 15, 2026 - 12:24 GMT

COP31: Too little progress in week one puts ministers under pressure to deliver

DanChurchAid urges ministers to break negotiating deadlocks and agree a balanced outcome on emissions cuts, adaptation, loss and damage, and finance. ANTALYA, TURKEY, November 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- COP31 enters its second week with key …

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Published on November 14, 2026 - 19:46 GMT

Methodhub announces the press release for un-audited financial results for the half year ended September 30, 2026

Methodhub Software Limited announces the press release for un-audited financial results for the half year ended September 30, 2026 BENGALURU, KARNATAKA, INDIA, November 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MethodHub Software Limited (the "Company…

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Published on November 14, 2026 - 19:07 GMT

Callvera AI Launched a Free Lead Generation Calculator for Multi-Location Brands

Free lead generation calculator developed by Callvera AI for better decision-making and more accurate budget allocation was published on the company's website. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Callvera AI …

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Published on November 14, 2026 - 19:07 GMT

uParcel Expands Malaysian Operations Beyond Delivery, Opens New Petaling Jaya Ecommerce Fulfilment Centre in KlangValley

uParcel is growing its Malaysian fulfillment warehouse three times so sellers can hand over their complete marketplace operation to one partner PETALING JAYA, SELANGOR, MALAYSIA, November 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- uParcel Sdn Bhd, the e- …

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Published on November 14, 2026 - 19:07 GMT

Start With Term, Add Later: DG Life Group on Life Insurance Families Can Keep Paying

About three-quarters of consumers overestimate life insurance costs. DG Life Group in Dallas explains why families can start with term and add coverage later. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, November 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Families do not …

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Published on November 14, 2026 - 12:44 GMT

BDM Wealth Management Relaunches as BDM Capital and Releases Free IPO Readiness Checklist

Dubai-based BDM Capital, formerly BDM Wealth Management, launches with a free guide to the eight things that have to be true before a company lists. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, November 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BDM Wealth Management has …

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Published on November 14, 2026 - 12:38 GMT

USIQ Offers 100 U.S. Employers Free Certification to Build First Benchmark – No Seal Without Passing Results

The United States Institute for Quality will certify 100 U.S. employers with 10 to 10,000 employees at no cost in 2027. SHERIDAN, WY, UNITED STATES, November 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Institute for Quality (USIQ) will certify 100 …

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Published on November 14, 2026 - 00:18 GMT

EUNORAU Unveils Specter-S4.0 (Hunter X9) Full-Suspension Mid-Drive Fat Tire Ebike for Hunting & Mountain Trails

Full-suspension electric bike offers hill-climbing power, SRAM NX 11-speed drivetrain and up to 52 miles of range for hunters and off-road riders. FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EUNORAU, a leading …

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Published on November 14, 2026 - 00:01 GMT

Core Factors Releases Upgraded Pro Account, Participant Hub, and Evidentra AI Coach Assistant

Core Factors upgrades the Pro Account, Participant Hub, and Evidentra to give practitioners one platform for the engagement and the development that follows. TEMECULA, CA, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Core Factors® …

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Published on November 13, 2026 - 23:52 GMT

Startup Economic Cycle: Mapping VC-Backed Growth From Early Concept to Scale

Developed in grad school while running a startup, Braheem Passe’s six-phase framework maps the real capital and growth curve of VC-backed companies. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Founder and graduate …

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Published on November 13, 2026 - 23:04 GMT

Swiss Security Solutions pledges to enhance global fraud prevention and fraud detection - UNODC Global Fraud Summit 2026

Swiss Security Solutions pledges to enhance global fraud prevention and detection by deploying RegTech platform and issuing a free Guide by Q4 2027. ZURICH CITY, ZURICH ZH, SWITZERLAND, November 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Swiss Security …

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Published on November 13, 2026 - 22:09 GMT

New November 2026 Data: Back Bay Homes Sell for 97.5% of Asking Price

New 12-month analysis from Back Bay Brownstones, with commentary from Susana Murphy of Real. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Back Bay homes sold for 97.5% of their asking price from November 2025 through …

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Published on November 13, 2026 - 21:09 GMT

OptimizeTeamwork.com Hosts Free Webinar on Human Skills in an Age of AI Adoption

Dr. Rachel Cubas-Wilkinson will discuss psychological safety, agility, emotional intelligence, and leading others through change and uncertainty. ANN ARBOR, MI, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OptimizeTeamwork.com today …

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Published on November 13, 2026 - 21:00 GMT

ATTO Technology to Demonstrate Pre-Release SiliconDisk™ Ethernet-Connected, DRAM-Based Storage at SC26

A new shared storage tier combines memory-speed performance, ultra-low latency and Ethernet-scale access for demanding compute environments AMHERST, NY, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ATTO Technology, Inc., a global leader in …

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Published on November 13, 2026 - 20:52 GMT

LvlUp Ventures Ranked #1 Most Active Early-Stage Venture Capital Firm Globally by Pitchbook

Firm also ranks #1 globally in consumer investing, #7 in overall global venture capital activity, and #6 in the U.S., according to PitchBook's Q3 2026 ranking. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MIAMI, November …

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Published on November 13, 2026 - 19:57 GMT

Why Outsourced Commercial Cleaning Costs Less Than In-House Staff

The true price of an in-house janitor goes far beyond the hourly wage, and many Southern Colorado employers are paying more than they realize. CO, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jan-Pro of Southern Colorado today encouraged …

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