Posts by Development Impact
Does Credit Access Create Jobs? New Evidence from 30 Countries in Latin America and the Caribbean
A new IDB Invest study measures how $1 million in credit translates into new jobs for MSMEs across the region.
What Drives Business Growth in Colombia? Six Key Factors
Initial capital has long been understood as a driver of business growth, but in Colombia, how much capital is needed to grow?
Sustainability Week 2026: Turning Commitments into Bankable Investments
A globally recognized platform connecting investors with high-impact projects across Latin America and the Caribbean. Register and join online on May 26-28.
Mi Ruta: Building Career Readiness for Young Women in Miches
In Miches, Dominican Republic, the Mi Ruta program equips young women with practical skills and provides mentorship to strengthen their professional development and ease their entry into the job market.
Artificial Intelligence for Health Care: Diagnosing Tropical Diseases in Remote Amazon Regions
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the global health landscape, particularly in remote Amazon regions, where a new technology can diagnose cutaneous leishmaniasis using a cellphone without requiring an internet connection.
IDB Invest and the New Push for the Private Sector in Paraguay
Imagine investing in a portfolio of projects in a country with sustained economic growth, low inflation, abundant clean energy, and preferential access to a regional market of 270 million consumers. That country is Paraguay, where IDB Invest has committed to mobilizing up to $1 billion to support strategic private-sector projects that drive sustainable development.