The Profile of Microfinance in Latin America in 10 Years: Vision and Characteristics
By María Otero and Beatriz Marulanda - Published: April 2005
The study examines the state of the microfinance industry in Latin America today and looks at the challenges and opportunities in the coming decade. It also provides recommendations about the role of banks, specialized microfinance institutions, NGOs, regulators, donors and governments in assuring a healthy industry with an ever-broader outreach. These analyses are based on statistical data from approximately 100 MFIs and interviews with 28 microfinance players.