Washington D.C, Feb 17th, 2025 – Banco de Crédito del Perú, the largest bank and the largest supplier of integrated financial services in Perú has joined the SME Finance Forum as the global membership network’s latest member. The 300+ members/affiliates of the Forum are SME financing experts operating in 190 countries who share the common goal of expanding access to finance to small businesses worldwide through knowledge exchange and innovation.
"SME Finance Forum is delighted to welcome Banco de Crédito del Perú (BCP), the largest bank and leading supplier of integrated financial services, which has been at the forefront of Perú’s national financial system for more than 130 years. BCP's commitment to economic development and innovation, driven by their team of top-level professionals, will significantly contribute to our shared goal of empowering SMEs globally," said Qamar Saleem, Head of SME Finance Forum.
Banco de Crédito del Perú (BCP) is the largest bank and the largest supplier of integrated financial services in Perú with approximately US$40 billion in total assets and a market share of 30.4% in total loans and 33.5% in total deposits. BCP has been leading the national financial system for more than 130 years. Throughout all this time BCP have contributed to the economic development of Perú, transforming plans into reality.
"Banco de Crédito del Perú is thrilled to announce our partnership with the SME Finance Forum. We participated in last year's Global SME Finance Forum held in Latin America and found the case studies presented to be extremely valuable. Additionally, the network of contacts we established was highly beneficial," said Mr. Jorge Ernesto Arrunátegui Gadea, Gerente de Sostenibilidad (Sustainability Manager) at Banco de Crédito del Perú.
SME Finance Forum: Innovation & Partnership for MSMEs Growth
The SME Finance Forum, backed by G20 and IFC/World Bank, is the leading global network of 300+ members/affiliates operating in 190 countries. Network comprises of SME focused institutions providing and enabling finance and services- banks, non-banks financial institutions, fintech, payment platforms, development institutions, credit guarantee companies, insurers, investment funds, supply chain linked players, banking and SME associations, policy advocates, regulators, academia, consulting houses, knowledge aggregators.
Our member, affiliates, and associated stakeholders benefit from learning/replicating best practices from across the world, innovating new products for business growth, acquiring risk mitigation tools, establishing partnerships, attracting investors, and being recognized amongst a peer group of global innovators. Our products consist of “members only” solutions (like innovation hubs, solutions clinics, peer group networks, study tours, specialized tools and trainings, member portal repository, partnered initiatives) as well as public good services (200+ publications library, 500+ videos, webinars, newsletters, trainings, annual awards, annual event etc.)
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About Banco de Crédito del Perú
Banco de Crédito del Perú (BCP) is the largest bank and the largest supplier of integrated financial services in Perú with approximately US$40 billion in total assets and a market share of 30.4% in total loans and 33.5% in total deposits. BCP has been leading the national financial system for more than 130 years. Throughout all this time BCP have contributed to the economic development of Perú, transforming plans into reality.
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