Championing the Female Economy
Women are a powerful force in the global economy, with significant untapped business potential. By harnessing this power, financial institutions around the world are achieving success.
Women make or influence up to 80% of household buying decisions worldwide.
(Deloitte)
73% of women globally report being unsatisfied with their banking services.
(BCG)
Up to 33% of private businesses are owned or operated by women internationally.
(EY)
68% of women’s small and medium enterprises in emerging economies have unmet credit needs.
(IFC)
Financial Alliance for Women members make the business case for women’s economic empowerment every day with their own success stories. We help them drive profits and grow their programs through three key operational areas.
Investing in women:
Smart for companies, smart for countries
Our members are financially empowering women in their home countries. Read some of their success stories.
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