IFC is the new strategic partner of Banco G&T of Guatemala

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This is the most important direct investment done by the IFC in Central America, and the first of its kind in Guatemala, stated Flavio Montenegro, CEO of Banco G&T Continental. The investment amounts to 9% of the entity's equity, and should be paid out in less than ten days.
With this capital increase, the bank plans to expand its lending programs to small and medium enterprises.

Source: elperiodico.com.gt

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