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Audio Edition · Jul 24, 2026
Women's Financial Inclusion: Progress, Gaps, and the Digital Push
Global Findex 2025 data shows women's financial account ownership in low- and middle-income countries rose to 73% in 2024, up from 66% in 2021. Digital payment usage grew from 50% to 58% and formal savings from 22% to 36%, yet over 700 million women remain unbanked. High fees, distance, and limited access to credit continue to hinder full financial inclusion and economic independence.
