Inequality in financial inclusion of women

Financial inclusion can be a valuable tool to improve the well-being of the population, as it facilitates safe savings, financial planning, opens opportunities for households to generate value by investing in education, entrepreneurship, or physical and financial assets, as well as helping to mitigate or reduce the effects of negative shocks on income (such as job losses or emergencies), among other benefits.While financial inclusion in Mexico h…

The OXXO convenience store chain added Banco Actinver to its financial services network, allowing customers of this institution to withdraw cash in more than 23,000 branches in Mexico. Thus, users will be able to have up to $3,000 pesos per transaction, with a commission of $20 pesos (VAT included). The charge will apply directly to the customer’s debit card. Although the service applies with certain restrictions, it is already available through…

Laura Rubio, as Director of Recruitment at Banco Azteca, has been one of the main promoters of strategies focused on expanding access to financial products specifically designed for women. Under her leadership, Somos has been promoted, a savings account aimed at facilitating the financial inclusion of millions of Mexican women. We are a bank account created with the objective of providing women with a simple, safe and uncomplicated tool to initi…