SAVE Microfinance Raises $3 Million from IIX Women’s Livelihood Bond™ 7 to Boost Financial Inclusion
New Delhi, September 1, 2025 — SAVE Microfinance Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of the SAVE Group and one of India’s leading microfinance institutions, has raised USD 3 million through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) from the Impact Investment Exchange’s (IIX) Women’s Livelihood Bond™ 7 (WLB7). The investment aims to strengthen the company’s mission of empowering women from underserved and low-income communities by expanding access to affordable credit.
The infusion of capital will allow SAVE Microfinance to scale its outreach across India, supporting more women entrepreneurs with sustainable financing solutions. The company said the funds will also be deployed to promote responsible lending, financial literacy initiatives, and livelihood programs that align with India’s broader sustainable development goals.
“This funding from IIX’s Women’s Livelihood Bond™ 7 is a strong validation of our commitment to promoting financial inclusion and women’s empowerment,” said Ajeet Kumar Singh, Co-Founder and Managing Director, SAVE Group. “The capital will enable us to expand our outreach and provide sustainable livelihood opportunities to more women entrepreneurs across India.”
Pintu Kumar Singh, CFO of SAVE Microfinance, added that the investment will strengthen the company’s balance sheet and diversify its funding sources. “The association with IIX reinforces global confidence in SAVE Microfinance’s robust business model and impact-driven mission. It will help us scale responsibly while delivering measurable financial and social outcomes,” he said.