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This database contains a diverse range of more than 2,000 publications about inclusive business and relating topics, such as impact investing, microfinance and market systems approaches. You will find not only reports but also market intelligence, case studies, tools and videos that touch upon of several sectors and regions.

The diverse range of publications in this database all relate to inclusive business - meaning business models that engage base of the pyramid (BoP) consumers, suppliers, entrepreneurs and/or employees in low income and/or emerging markets.

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Inclusive Textiles and Clothing: Mapping Inclusive Business Opportunities in the Textile and Clothing Sector in Asia
73

In 2015, ADB engaged Inclusive Business Sweden to prepare this sector study on IB models in the value chain of the textile and clothing industry in Asia, focusing on Bangladesh and Myanmar. The study—Project InTaCt (Inclusive Textiles and Clothing)—focused on mapping opportunities for developing IB models across supply chains in Asia as possible new and innovative investment opportunities for leading Swedish and other international and local companies in the sector.

PublisherAsian Development Bank (ADB), Inclusive Business Sweden
Publish Date
AuthorM. Debelak
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryEast Asia and Pacific, South Asia
Bangladesh, Myanmar
IB Topics: BoP as supplier, Gender
SectorRetail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
No
Business Opportunities in the Textile and Clothing Sector in Asia
InTaCt - Inclusive Textiles and Clothing
74

In 2015, the ADB engaged Inclusive Business Sweden to prepare this sector study on IB models in the value chain of the textile and clothing industry in Asia, focusing on Bangladesh and Myanmar. The study focussed on mapping opportunities for developing inclusive business models across supply chains in Asia as possible new and innovative investment opportunities for leading Swedish and other international and local companies in the sector. 11 broad opportunities were identified in Bangladesh and 8 in Myanmar. Within each of the two countries, two opportunities were prioritised which were considered to be commercially viable and scalable with a great potential for positive impact. 

Publisher
Publish Date
AuthorM. Debelak
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryEast Asia and Pacific
Bangladesh, Myanmar
IB Topics: Corporates in Inclusive Business, Employment, Inclusive business models and strategy
SectorRetail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
No
Inclusive business in Egypt - A baseline assessment for the fast-moving consumer good sector
40

This guide provides a baseline assessment of the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector in Egypt targeting low-income communities. It begins by providing an overview of key concepts, a snapshot of the FMCG industry within the BoP market as well as identifying several industry trends. The guide then dives into the most relevant parts of the FMCG value chain as well as the organisation itself and the surrounding ecosystem. The guide concludes with a list of useful resources and recommended reading for further inspiration.

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Publish Date
AuthorK. R. Bødiker, R. El Ebrashi, S. Ballan
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryMiddle East and North Africa
Egypt
IB Topics:
SectorAgriculture or Food, Retail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
Yes
Inclusive business in Egypt
Fast-moving consumer goods - Sector report
18

This report provides insights on FMCG market trends in Africa. It covers aspects like market size, growth drivers, consumer behaviour and retail performance. It features country insights from Morocco, Nigeria, Ghana and Angola.

Publisher
Publish Date
AuthorN/A
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryMiddle East and North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa
Ghana, Morocco, Nigeria
IB Topics:
SectorAgriculture or Food, Retail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
No
Commercial home fortification products: Bangladesh political economy mapping
38

This report analyses the political and economic landscape in Bangladesh for home fortification products designed to address malnutrition and micro-nutrient deficiency. It explores key stakeholders involved, the regulatory environment and the relative social impact of engaging in the sector.

PublisherBusiness Innovation Facility (BIF)
Publish Date
AuthorG. Smith
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryEast Asia and Pacific, Global
Bangladesh
IB Topics:
SectorAgriculture or Food, Health, Retail, Manufacturing or Consumer Goods
No
Commercial home fortification products: Bangladesh political economy mapping