Private sector advisory
World Bank Group advisory services and analytics for private sector development.
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The World Bank is an international financial institution that provides loans and grants to the governments of low- and middle-income countries for capital projects. It focuses on various sectors including infrastructure, education, and energy, with investments typically in the seed and Series B stages. The World Bank operates globally, aiming to reduce poverty and support sustainable development through its financial assistance.
Notable portfolio companies include Bransys, Coursera, and Qorax Energy. Key decision-makers at the World Bank include President Ajay Banga, Managing Director Axel van Trotsenburg, and Chief Economist Indermit Gill. The institution's investment philosophy centers on fostering economic development and reducing poverty. Additionally, the World Bank offers unique value-add services such as comprehensive research, policy advice, and technical assistance to its portfolio companies.
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What organizations are similar to World Bank?
Organizations similar to World Bank include EBRD, European Investment Bank, International Finance Corporation and KfW.
When was World Bank founded?
World Bank was founded in 1994.
Where is World Bank's headquarters located?
World Bank's headquarters is located in Washington, DC, US.
How many employees does World Bank have?
World Bank has 23,852 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.
Classification
- NAICS
- 520000Finance and Insurance
- SIC
- 6000Depository Institutions
- ISIC
- 6492Other credit granting
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- NAICS
- 522200Nondepository Credit Intermediation
- 522290Other Nondepository Credit Intermediation
- 522299International, Secondary Market, and All Other Nondepository Credit Intermediation
- 920000Public Administration
- 522000Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
- 522100Depository Credit Intermediation
- 522110Commercial Banking
- SIC
- 6080Foreign Banking And Branches And Agencies Of Foreign Banks
- 6082Foreign Trade and International Banking Institutions
- 9100Executive, Legislative, And General Government, Except Finance
- 6020Commercial Banks