Competition and microcredit interest rates (English)

In many countries, including Uganda, Bangladesh, and Bolivia, microfinance has become more competitive in recent years. Competition is generally expected to benefit consumers by offering a wider choice of appropriate products and providers, better service, and lower prices. However, in some countries where microfinance is considered competitive, interest rates on micro-loans have remained stubbornly high. Does competition result in lower interest...

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Porteous,David John;
Document Date
2006/02/01
Document Type
Brief
Report Number
35821
Volume No
1
Total Volume(s)
1
Country
Uganda, Bolivia, Bangladesh,
Region
South Asia, Eastern and Southern Africa, Latin America and Caribbean,
Disclosure Date
2010/07/01
Disclosure Status
Disclosed
Doc Name
Competition and microcredit interest rates
Keywords
Finance Sector

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Porteous,David John.

Competition and microcredit interest rates (English). CGAP focus note ; no. 33 Washington, DC: World Bank. http://documents.worldbank.org/curated/en/950371468003908731

Competition and microcredit interest rates (English)

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