Impact Journal
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Women’s Financial Inclusion in South Asia: Are We Measuring What Truly Matters?
Despite global progress, a stark paradox persists in South Asia. While gender gaps in basic bank account ownership are narrowing, women’s labour force participation remains among the lowest globally, at just 32%, compared with an average of 54% across emerging and developing economies (World Bank, 2024). The last decade has seen remarkable improvements in access.… Continue reading
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Housing Finance challenges for Middle-Income and Low-Income Households in Bangladesh
Bangladesh faces deep structural constraints in its housing sector—challenges that have only intensified in recent years. Inflation has remained persistently high since 2022, peaking near 10%. Coupled with a fragile financial sector and a tightening fiscal environment, these conditions disproportionately affect middle-income and low-income households. The stability of the finance sector in Bangladesh is also… Continue reading
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