The direct loan is one of the first of its kind for DFC to an NBFC-MFI in India. This reflects the increased confidence and commitment shown by international investors, financial institutions, and foreign governments in the longterm growth prospects of India's microfinance industry. The loan facility will also focus on performance targets linked to ESG principles to strengthen women's entrepreneurship and leadership.

The transaction marks the second ESG-linked loan for CA Grameen as it continues to witness rising interest from global financial institutions focused on funding ESG-compliant businesses and believers of the microfinance growth story. Over the past two decades, CA Grameen has consistently demonstrated a positive social impact through its deep rural presence by grooming and financially supporting a class of women entrepreneurs and transforming communities across multiple macroeconomic cycles.