Publication: Capital Markets
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2024-09-19
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2024-09-19
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IFC builds the ecosystem for private investment in Emerging Markets and Developing Economies, through advisory services and capital market reforms, thereby improving access and opportunities.
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“International Finance Corporation. 2024. Capital Markets. © World Bank. http://hdl.handle.net/10986/42175 License: CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 IGO.”
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