Microfinance in rural Bangladesh may increase indebtedness and exacerbate economic, social, and environmental vulnerabilities, rather than alleviating poverty.

Microfinance and the business of poverty reduction: Critical perspectives from rural Bangladesh

Microfinance programs show promise in alleviating poverty and spreading financial services, but current evidence is mixed and requires further research to address empirical gaps and sharpen policy discussions.

The microfinance promise

Microcredit alone has modest economic impact on poverty alleviation, and using credit alone as a development intervention is not justified or helpful.

The Impact of Microfinance on Poverty Alleviation: Making Sense of the Evidence

Microfinancing may increase poverty in the long run, while SMEs and agricultural development reduce it, suggesting that proper use of microfinance loans is crucial for poverty alleviation.

The Impact of Microfinance Institutions on Poverty Alleviation

Microfinance programs sponsored by Sudanese microfinance institutions have reduced monetary poverty among participants, with larger loan volumes reducing poverty more effectively than very small loan sizes.

The impact of microfinance programs on monetary poverty reduction

Microfinance significantly reduces poverty, with higher proportions of female borrowers and active borrowers leading to a lower level of poverty.

Impact of Microfinance on Poverty Alleviation: A Global Analysis

Microfinance institutions can provide additional reductions in poverty and income inequality, even after accounting for economic growth, development, and financial services.

The Impact of Microfinance on Poverty and Income Inequality

Microfinance has a weak positive effect on poverty reduction, but its impact on microenterprise performance is mixed.

Impact of Microfinance on Poverty and Microenterprises

Microfinance positively impacts household expenditure and assets, but has a negative effect on children's education, highlighting the need for borrowers to prioritize education.

Impact of ‏‏Microfinance on Poverty Alleviation in Rural Areas of Pakistan: A Case of District Zhob

Islamic microfinance is one of the best tools to reduce poverty, especially among Muslim society, by improving livelihood, well-being, and economic development.

Islamic Microfinance for Poverty Alleviation: A Systematic Literature Review

Microfinance effectively reduces poverty by increasing income and improving living standards in rural areas, as demonstrated by the case study of Khushhali Bank in Mirpur Khas district.

Impact of Microfinance on Poverty Reduction: A Case Study of Khushhali Bank Mirpur Khas District

Microfinance significantly improves household income, asset ownership, education, and expenditure in Pakistan, effectively reducing poverty.

The Impact of Microfinance on Poverty Alleviation: The Case of Pakistan

Microfinance can bridge the credit gap for the poor, but its impact on poverty reduction requires focusing on employment generation and entrepreneurial skill development.

MICROFINANCE: A TOOL FOR POVERTY ALLEVIATION

Microfinance, as demonstrated by Grameen Bank, positively impacts poverty alleviation and the well-being of society by enabling rural people to become economically stable and independent.

The Role of Microfinance on Poverty Alleviation and Its Impacts on People and Society: Evidence From the Grameen Bank

Microfinance has a favorable impact on borrowers, increasing their income levels and promoting sustainable development, making it a viable development tool.

Impact evaluation of microfinance: a HEPM perspective

Microfinance positively impacts poverty alleviation by enhancing basic needs, living standards, and self-employment in District Bahawal Nagar, Punjab, Pakistan.

Impact of Microfinance on Poverty Alleviation: The Study of District Bahawal Nagar, Punjab, Pakistan

Microfinance can alleviate poverty by addressing specific barriers faced by the poor in accessing formal financial resources and promoting small businesses, households, and individuals.

THEORETICAL ANALYSIS OF MICROFINANCE ON POVERTY ALLEVIATION

Microfinance schemes in Uttar Pradesh significantly improve living standards and provide financial opportunities for rural people, leading to poverty alleviation and quick recovery of the economy.

A Study of impact of microfinance for poverty alleviation in selected district of Uttar Pradesh

Microfinance reduces poverty in South Asia, with its impact remaining unchanged even in post-crisis scenarios.

Impact of Microfinance on Poverty in the Context of Global Financial Crisis

Microfinance banks' activities in Nigeria do not significantly impact poverty alleviation, highlighting the need for improved operations and targeted rural and semi-urban areas.

Impact of Microfinance Banks Activities on Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria

What is the Microfinance's impact on poverty alleviation?

Some studies suggest microfinance can reduce poverty by improving financial access and economic development, while other studies indicate it may increase indebtedness and have mixed or modest impacts on poverty alleviation.