The Economics of Financial Inclusion (Routledge Studies in Development Economics)

This book offers a thorough examination of the economics of financial inclusion and management from a contemporary standpoint.It covers a vast array of financial inclusion-related topics, surveying economies around the globe and analyzes the factors that contribute to both financial inclusion and exclusion. The book discusses the role of technology, examining how technological advances have revolutionized financial services and increased access to populations that were previously underserved.It studies the intersection of financial inclusion and sustainability, highlighting the significance of green finance and its role in fostering inclusive and sustainable economic growth.Financial literacy and the theories underlying financial inclusion efforts are examined, as is the impact of financial criminality.Further, the authors consider regional development and the extant gaps in financial inclusion as well as the urban-rural divide, investigating disparities between urban and rural areas a