Das große gegenwärtige Interesse an der Entwicklung von Institutionen zur Finanzierung von Klein- und Kleinstbetrieben erinnert stark an die früheren Ansätze von Kreditprogrammen für Kleinbauern. Im allgemeinen waren diese damaligen Versuche mit negativen Erfahrungen verbunden. Vor diesem...

This paper provides an overview of the microfinance industry in developing countries. It highlights the early development of the concept of microfinance and identifies some of the key issues and debates concerning its performance in terms of outreach, sustainability, and impact. Studies are...

This paper provides an overview of the microfinance industry in developing countries. It highlights the early development of the concept of microfinance and identifies some of the key issues and debates concerning its performance in terms of outreach, sustainability, and impact. Studies are...