Source report. The IFC has announced a risk-sharing initiative intended to help financial institutions expand digital payments in emerging markets.
Source: World Bank Group. Original source published 10 September 2026. Published on Alder Atlas: 14 September 2026.
What the source says
The World Bank Group says the initiative can initially provide up to US$700 million in guarantees covering part of credit-settlement risk.
Why it matters
Payment systems affect consumers and small firms, but a guarantee alone does not solve access, affordability, consumer protection or network coverage.
What the report does not establish
Projected card, user and payment figures are expectations from the initiative, not confirmed outcomes.
What to watch next
Implementation agreements and data on participating institutions will show its reach.
Sources & further reading
This is an independently worded, source-based report prepared with AI assistance for the Alder Atlas editorial project. It is not first-hand reporting.