Microfinance

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Definition: Microfinance


Microfinance

Quick Summary of Microfinance


Microfinance is a category of financial services targeted at individuals and small businesses who lack access to conventional banking and related services.




What is the dictionary definition of Microfinance?

Dictionary Definition


finance Finance that is provided to unemployed or low-income people or groups


Full Definition of Microfinance


Microfinance is the practice of giving or receiving small loans. Such loans are often only hundreds or thousands of dollars and are given with a view to allow the recipient to develop a financially-sustainable enterprise, which can continue on its own after the loan has been paid back.

Microfinance is most common in developing countries such as Bangladesh, India, Brazil, and Colombia.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Microfinance are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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