About International Finance Corporation · Washington
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets, operating as a member of the World Bank Group. It works in over 100 countries to unlock private investment, create markets, and generate inclusive growth by financing private companies and financial institutions. Since its founding over 70 years ago, IFC has committed over $71.7 billion in fiscal year 2025 to support economic development and poverty reduction, particularly in underserved regions. Its mission is to transform ideas into investments that create quality jobs and sustainable growth, while ensuring environmental and social accountability.
IFC is a global development institution that leverages private sector investment to drive economic growth and reduce poverty in developing countries. It provides financing, advisory services, and asset management tailored to clients’ needs, with a focus on sectors such as green technologies, SMEs, and inclusive finance. IFC’s work spans more than 100 countries and has mobilized over $226.5 billion in trade finance and $516.9 billion in impact from SME loans. It emphasizes accountability, diversity, and innovation, working with entrepreneurs and communities to create jobs, unlock innovation, and build resilient markets. IFC’s impact includes connecting 62.5 million people to the internet and supplying power to 11.3 million people. It is governed by a diverse leadership team and operates under the World Bank Group’s mission to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity.
- In business
- since 1956
- Serves
- More than 100 countries
Who We Are
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) improves the lives of people in developing countries by investing in private sector growth. We connect economic development with humanitarian needs to create real progress for the people and places that need it most.
What We Do
We provide investment, advice, and asset management — offerings that are mutually reinforcing and can be tailored to a client’s specific needs. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries.
Our Impact
IFC works with clients to create the opportunities which help the private sector mobilize solutions and finance to solve development challenges. In FY2025, we committed $71.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries.