Philippe Le Houérou is CEO of the International Finance Corporation, a member of the World Bank Group and the largest development finance institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets.
Philippe Le Houérou, who steps down as head of the International Finance Corporation on Oct. 1, calls for continued civil society engagement to ensure accountability and the best solutions for local communities.
The current unmet demand for credit among women-owned formal micro SMEs in developing markets is estimated at $1.7 trillion. Philippe Le Houérou, CEO of IFC, shares three steps to help mobilize private capital and partnerships that broaden the role of women as drivers of economic growth.
As of Oct. 1, the International Finance Corporation is publicly disclosing the estimated subsidy for each proposed project — along with a justification. IFC CEO Philippe Le Houérou explains why.
International Finance Corporation CEO Philippe Le Houérou unveils his agency's plan for strengthening engagement with local communities and civil society organizations.
International Finance Corporation CEO Philippe Le Houérou ushers in a new era of accountability at IFC — one that "will require more dedicated IFC resources" and "a change in our behavior and culture."
IFC CEO Philippe Le Houérou lays out a bold new policy that changes the way the institution lends to banks associated with coal projects — under the condition that they agree to reduce those investments.
The Equator Principles have helped facilitate more responsible investments in emerging markets. IFC CEO Philippe Le Houérou details three areas of opportunity to build on their success.
On the first day of the World Bank Annual Meetings, International Finance Corporation CEO Philippe Le Houérou gives an update on how his organization is working with financial institutions.
