Agora Microfinance
Overview
Agora Microfinance is a UK-based private investment firm specializing in building microfinance institutions in frontier markets. Their mission is to maximize social returns in microfinance while providing fair and attractive returns to investors. They focus on creating and managing microfinance institutions that serve as benchmarks in their respective markets. Their strategy involves taking substantial positions in high-promise microfinance institutions and assisting them in becoming high-impact and sustainable institutions. This is primarily achieved through the creation of greenfield operations. They have established operations in Cambodia, India, Zambia, and Mauritius, each tailored to the specific needs of the local market. Agora Microfinance's investment philosophy centers on professionalizing the microfinance industry by establishing and managing institutions that offer a full range of financial services to underserved populations. They aim to reach unbanked communities and provide them with access to essential financial services, thereby contributing to economic development and poverty reduction in frontier markets.
Investment Focus
- Focus on frontier markets
- Commitment to social impact
- Interest in microfinance sector
- Alignment with ESG principles
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Frequently asked questions about Agora Microfinance
What sectors does Agora Microfinance invest in?
Agora Microfinance invests in Financial Services, Banking, Investment Management and Microfinance, and is based in England, United Kingdom. Agora Microfinance is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Agora Microfinance invest at?
Agora Microfinance backs companies at Early Stage, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does Agora Microfinance invest in?
Agora Microfinance invests across United Kingdom, India, Zambia, Mauritius and Cambodia.
What companies has Agora Microfinance invested in?
Agora Microfinance's portfolio includes Agora Microfinance N.V., Moringaway, Agora Microfinance India and Agora Microfinance Zambia.
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