Caucasus Microfinance Industry Newswire

Banks expect microfinance delinquencies to ease from next quarter

The stress in the microfinance sector is unlikely to ease soon, and banks expect to see the trend of heightened delinquencies in microfinance loans to continue in the current quarter. According to bankers, some green shoots in MFI loans are visible, but …

Pennyshelters Africa: Transforming Lives Through Microfinancing, Housing Initiatives

Pennyshelters Africa officially was launched on November 2, 2022, with a mission to tackle some of the most pressing financial and housing challenges facing Nigerians today. The company operates across various financial sectors, including microfinancing, …

Camden Food Fund makes microloans to four small businesses, with more to come

Samyria Parker credits “a lot of love from the community” with helping sustain her restaurant, the Breakfast Palace, since it opened last January at 34th and Federal Streets in East Camden. She also hopes a low-interest microloan from the Camden Food Fund …

Steadying the lending hands of the microfinance sector

The microfinance movement has been evolving over time in India. Starting off in the mid-1990s with the linkage of self-help groups (SHG) with banks and parallelly through specialised microfinance institutions, the objective was to extend credit to poor …

Complaints pour in against microfinance companies

CM Siddaramaiah directs DCs, SPs to implement Microfinance ordinance

According to the statement, the CM said that the ordinance was not meant to harass anyone or any institution but to prevent harassment by any financial institution through illegal means. Last Updated : 16 February 2025, 00:29 IST

Invitation for Public and Stakeholder Comments on the Moneylenders Bill and Microfinance Bill

The Central Bank of Samoa (CBS) is seeking the public’s input on two important draft Legislation, the Samoa Moneylenders Bill and the Samoa Microfinance Bill. These two Bills are critical pieces of legislation designed to ensure fair practices, protect …

HBL Microfinance Bank, Standard Chartered sign risk-sharing deals with IFC

HBL Microfinance Bank (HBL MfB) and Standard Chartered have signed risk-sharing agreements with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to enhance financial accessibility in Pakistan. IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, focuses on private sector …

Non-banking microfinance sector: SECP announces series of initiatives to empower women, strengthen consumer protection

ISLAMABAD  -  The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has announced a series of initiatives designed to empower women and strengthen consumer protection within the non-banking microfinance sector. These measures include comprehensive …

Microcredit totaling 80 million euros for small companies

ECONOMY FINANCE Microloans of 3,000 to 25,000 euros will be granted with the support of the Microcredit Fund of the Hellenic Development Bank (HDB) through the three microcredit companies which have been licensed by the Bank of Greece. At an event held on …

Govt grateful to guv for approving microfinance ordinance: H K Patil

Microfinance menace: Unregistered firms to face heat in K’taka

Microfinance menace: Unregistered firms to face heat in K’taka Bengaluru: With the implementation of the Karnataka Microloan and Small Loan (Prohibition of Coercive Measures) Ordinance, 2025, the microfinancing institutions (MFIs) operating without license …

Governor approves Ordinance to curb microfinance excesses

Bengaluru: Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has approved the Karnataka Micro Loan and Small Loan (Prevention of Coercive Actions) Ordinance, 2025, after receiving clarifications from the State Government. The Ordinance, aimed at regulating …

SECP Announces Mandatory Requirements for Non-Banking Microfinance Companies 

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has announced a series of initiatives designed to empower women and strengthen consumer protection within the non-banking microfinance sector. These measures include comprehensive consumer protection …

Karnataka brings into force law to prevent coercive loan recoveries in microfinance sector

The Karnataka government has issued a notification to bring into force a law to regulate the microfinance sector in the state, with penal provisions such as imprisonment for up to 10 years and a fine of Rs 5 lakh for violations.The notification, bringing …

Microfinance ordinance: Tough law could freeze rural credit

Karnataka enacts ordinance to curb harassment by microfinance companies

The Karnataka government has notified the ordinance to curb harassment of borrowers from microfinance companies following the governor’s approval.  The Karnataka Micro Loan and Small Loan (Prevention of Coercive Actions) Ordinance 2025, which comes into …

Delta microfinance bank reiterates commitment to better corporate governance, empowerment

Revelation Microfinance Bank Limited, Ughelli, Delta State, has restated its commitment to strong corporate governance, robust risk assessment and strategic collaborations. Speaking to South-South PUNCH in an exclusive interview, the bank’s Managing/ …

Financial Feminism: The Evolution of Microfinance and Self-Help Groups in India

Often excluded from the formal workforce, women in rural India have long borne the consequences of exclusion from financial systems. Lacking assets to their name, underserved communities consistently confront barriers that hinder their access to capital. …

高精度AIOCRを搭載した業務自動化ソリューション『fileAI』、シリーズAで1,400万米ドルの資金調達を実現

TOKYO, JAPAN, February 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- シンガポールのスタートアップ企業であり、高精度AIOCRを搭載した業務自動化ソリューション「fileAI」を開発するBluesheets Pte.Ltd. （以下ブルーシーツ社）は、シリーズAで1,400万米ドル（約20億円）の資金調達を完了しました。本ラウンドは、Illuminate Financial、Antler Elevate、Insignia、Heinemann …

BankShift Secures Registered Trademark for 'Banking on Your Brand®'

“Banking on Your Brand®” is now trademarked, solidifying BankShift’s mission to power seamless, branded banking experiences for credit unions & community banks. PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BankShift, …

FinaTech’s Revolutionary Private Equity Financing Solution Aligns with BlackRock’s Expansion into Private Credit

FinaTech's new PE financing solution cuts costs & boosts liquidity, aligning with BlackRock’s private credit expansion. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FinaTech’s Revolutionary Private Equity Financing …

DataMites Data Science Course Reviews: Insights from Analytics Jobs

Analytics Jobs Provides In-Depth Reviews of DataMites' Data Science Course: Key Insights and Feedback MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, February 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DataMites has gained prominence in the data science education …

Analytics Jobs presents Comprehensive ExcelR Data Science Course Reviews

Comprehensive ExcelR Data Science Course Reviews MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, February 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ExcelR, a renowned institute for data science and analytics courses, has emerged as a popular choice for students seeking …

Analytics Jobs presents Comprehensive AlmaBetter Data Science Course Reviews

Analytics Jobs Offers Detailed Reviews of AlmaBetter's Data Science Course: Insights and Feedback from Participants MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, February 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AlmaBetter receives diverse feedback across multiple …

Analytics Jobs Presents Comprehensive Newton School Data Science Course Reviews

Analytics Jobs Offers In-Depth Reviews of Newton School's Data Science Course: Insights and Feedback from Learners NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA, February 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Analytics Jobs, India’s premier course reviews …

HMRI Partners with Novartis to Supercharge Heart Health Impact - Exploring Future Research Projects

HMRI and Novartis Australia & New Zealand - agreement sets the foundation for future collaborations that will have a significant impact on healthcare outcomes. NEW LAMBTON, NSW, AUSTRALIA, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HMRI …

BankLine and Cohen & Company Capital Markets Announce Strategic Partnership to Transform Crypto BTM Operations

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BankLine and Cohen & Company Capital Markets, a division of J.V.B. Financial (“CCM”), are thrilled to unveil a strategic collaboration aimed at empowering Bitcoin Teller …

Analytics Jobs Presents Comprehensive PW Skills Data Science Course Reviews

Analytics Jobs Provides Detailed Reviews of PW Skills' Data Science Course: Insights and Feedback from Participants NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA, February 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Analytics Jobs, India’s top course reviews portal, …

Voice Banking Market: Growing usage of Artificial Intelligence in Voice Banking | Forecast, 2022-2031

Voice Banking Market: Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2022-2031 NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied Market Research, the global voice banking market study summarizes competitor …

Core Banking Software Market : Top Players Temenos AG, Fiserv, Inc., Capgemini SE, Finastra, FIS, Inc

Core Banking Software Market : Top Players Temenos AG, Fiserv, Inc., Capgemini SE, Finastra, FIS, Inc NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied Market Research published a report, titled, “Core Banking …

Investment Banking & Trading Services Market is Expected to Reach $520.02 Billion by 2027

Investment Banking & Trading Services Market is Expected to Reach $520.02 Billion by 2027 NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a recent report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “ …

Zekret partners with SUPER HOW joining forces to fix what’s broken in DeFi

EU blockchain startups SUPER HOW? and Zekret Partner to Drive Compliance and Privacy in DeFi LITHUANIA, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SUPER HOW?, an innovative research and development group specializing in blockchain, AI, and quantum …

Lake Ray Hubbard Waterfront Estate Just 20 Miles From Dallas to be Sold at Online Auction Beginning March 10th

Previously listed for $3.9M, this luxurious estate located in the Heath Golf & Yacht Club will be sold via Interluxe Auctions with a starting bid of $1.5M. HEATH, TX, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Interluxe Auctions, …

Sweet Briar College Welcomes Back Two Distinguished Faculty Members Dr. Melanie Stine ’06 and Dr. Stephen Loftus

Sweet Briar proudly welcomes back Dr. Melanie Stine ’06 and Dr. Stephen Loftus, strengthening its faculty with expertise in natural sciences and mathematics. AMHERST, VA, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When we started the …

Launching DBuybit by DB Investing After Winning Prestigious Award as Diamond Sponsor at Oman Smart Vision Summit 2025

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DB Investing is excited to announce its latest achievement: being awarded the prestigious title of "Best Withdrawal Experience Broker in the GCC" at the Oman Smart …

UAE Core Banking Solutions Market Expected to Reach $209.35 Million by 2027

UAE Core Banking Solutions Market Expected to Reach $209.35 Million by 2027 NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a recent report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “UAE Core Banking …

Eccentex introduces AppBase 8.0 R4, its fastest and most modern No-Code Application Development Platform

Eccentex has recently released AppBase 8.0 R4, an upgraded No-Code / Low-Code development platform that accelerates business rule execution by 255% LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eccentex Engineering …

Rising Inflation Erodes Savings Growth Amid Low Interest Rates

Inflation is eroding savings and traditional investments face hurdles. However, EIS & SEIS offer tax benefits and growth via early-stage business investments. CRAWLEY, WEST SUSSEX, UNITED KINGDOM, February 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …