Credit reporting systems: The hidden engine of economic growth Collen Masunda March 11, 2026 © 2026 The World Bank Group, This page in: English Español العربي

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/psd/credit-reporting-systems-hidden-engine-of-economic-growth Access to credit is one of the most powerful drivers of economic opportunity – but only when it is delivered responsibly. At the heart of sound, inclusive financial systems lies a critical yet often overlooked piece of infrastructure: credit information sharing (CIS). © 2026 The World Bank Group,