Financial sector development

Over the last two decades, the link between financial sector deepening and pro-poor growth has been firmly established.  As a result, concepts such as finance for growth and finance for all have moved into the foreground of debates around poverty reduction.  Translating these concepts into action, however, involves evaluating a range of models, matching strategies to local circumstances and building the capacity of financial sector regulators as well as financial institutions from commercial banks to local savings groups.

OPM has been extensively engaged at both the analytic and strategic levels, working with governments, regulators, development institutions and the private sector to help devise and define relevant approaches to building a strong, sustainable and inclusive financial services sector.