La paradoja entre crecimiento y desarrollo en la que se mueven los bancos al impulsar la inclusión financiera

Apostarle a la innovación social puede ser una salida para impulsar más el desarrollo. Foto: Foto: CEET

La paradoja entre crecimiento y desarrollo en la que se mueven los bancos al impulsar la inclusión financiera

TL;DR

  • Growing does not always equal developing; the region must prioritize closing social gaps for faster growth.
  • Development should be measured by effective access to basic needs like health, justice, and education, not just macroeconomic indicators.
  • Commercial banks face challenges in extending credit to high-need segments due to fiduciary duties and lack of guarantees.
  • Collaboration with development banks and risk-sharing instruments like credit guarantees are essential for financial inclusion.
  • Latin America faces significant inequality, hindering the poverty-reduction impact of economic growth.
  • Supporting micro and small businesses, especially those led by women, is key to tackling inequality.
  • Banks must modernize services and accompany businesses and individuals to overcome productivity and innovation challenges.
  • A vision of development focused on productivity, equity, and social well-being, beyond mere growth, is needed.