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Finance Quote by Muhammad Yunus

“Today, if you look at financial systems around the globe, more than half the population of the world - out of six billion people, more than three billion - do not qualify to take out a loan from a bank. This is a shame.” quote by Muhammad Yunus
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“Today, if you look at financial systems around the globe, more than half the population of the world - out of six billion people, more than three billion - do not qualify to take out a loan from a bank. This is a shame.”

Muhammad Yunus

About This Quote

Source Speech: World Economic Forum, 2005

A large portion of the global population lacks access to formal credit, highlighting systemic financial exclusion.

In simple terms: Many people cannot get bank loans, showing a big gap in finance.

Key Takeaway

Address financial inclusion for billions.

Themes

finance inequality access

Mood

concerned hopeful

Type

analytical advocacy

When to use this quote

  • rural communities
  • small businesses

Key Concepts

economic development microfinance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What barriers prevent people from accessing loans?
  • How can alternative financing help?
A Different Perspective

Credit access alone doesn't solve poverty without broader support.

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