FinVolution and NUS Business School Highlight Financial Inclusion…

Event summary

FinVolution Group presented findings from a project on financial inclusion for Filipino overseas domestic helpers at the UN Global Compact BRI Summit in Singapore on September 3, 2026.
The project, conducted with NUS Business School, focuses on building portable credit histories for migrant workers to improve financial access upon returning to the Philippines.
Jiayuan Xu, CFO of FinVolution, discussed balancing commercial sustainability with social impact in emerging markets during a roundtable on women and youth empowerment.

The big picture

FinVolution's focus on financial inclusion for migrant workers aligns with broader industry trends toward responsible fintech innovation. The project underscores the potential for digital finance to bridge gaps in access for underserved groups, particularly women and migrant laborers. As fintech companies expand into emerging markets, balancing commercial viability with social impact will be critical for long-term success.

What we're watching

Portable Credit Systems: How FinVolution will implement portable credit history solutions for migrant workers and whether these can be scaled across other markets.
Regulatory Alignment: The pace at which FinVolution can align its products with international frameworks like the UN Global Compact's Ten Principles and Women's Empowerment Principles.
Market Expansion: Whether FinVolution can sustain its growth by combining fintech capabilities with local market needs in emerging economies.