GCash Eyes '5-6' Lending Market Ahead of IPO, Balancing Inclusion and Risk
GCash's parent company, Mynt, is targeting the informal '5-6' lending market ahead of its IPO. This move aims to boost financial inclusion but presents challenges in managing increased default risks.
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