Microloans Help Poverty-Stricken in Mexico

Meet Opportunity Mexico client Maria Elena Tovar Gonzalez. She was one of the first Opportunity Mexico clients, after its inception in 2004. Within four years as an Opportunity client, Maria was in her tenth loan cycle and has never missed a single payment! Like many of our clients, Maria began her journey as an...

In the past two years, Opportunity Mexico has been working hard to build its client base and reach more people with microfinance solutions to help them work their way out of poverty. Under the leadership of CEO Maria Clara Martinez, the institution has revamped its processes and increased its...

Mexico’s record on economic freedom, is one of considerable ups and downs. Registering one of the 10 largest score declines this year, the economy’s ranking indicates that serious challenges remain. The rule of law has been severely undercut by ongoing violence and social instability related to drug trafficking....

In 2009, Mexico's GDP plunged 6.2% as world demand for exports dropped, asset prices tumbled, and remittances and investment declined. GDP posted positive growth of 5.4% in 2010 and 3.8% in 2011 however the country continues to face many economic challenges, including improving the public education system and upgrading...

With nearly 7,000 active loan clients, Opportunity Mexico continues to achieve steady growth. The outstanding loan portfolio grew by more than 26% in the first six months of the year. Opportunity Mexico delivers loans and training through Trust Groups and is currently developing individual loan products to serve clients who...

Through Opportunity International’s microfinance services, clients in Mexico are changing their lives. Angela is 49 years old and sells clothing in her shop six days a year, all year, as she likes to have the latest fashion for every occasion. The last year of school Angela was able to attend was in elementary...

As of December 31, 2010, Opportunity Mexico surpassed its target to reach 6,000 families by serving 6,259 active loan clients through three branches. In the past two years, Opportunity Mexico has been working hard to build its client base and reach more people with microfinance solutions to help them...