
Zaytoon Business Solutions makes financing more accessible for Cottage, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (CMSMEs) through its Village Digital Booth (VDB) network. In partnership with financial institutions, Zaytoon connects rural entrepreneurs with tailored loan solutions to support business growth, agricultural development, and long-term investments.
Of the 7.8 million enterprises in Bangladesh, a staggering 88% (6.86 million) are cottage enterprises, employing a workforce of 13.16 million people. Additionally, 11% of enterprises are micro enterprises, generating employment for 0.56 million individuals. Together, CMSMEs represent a substantial 99.84% of the total enterprises in the country. CMSMEs play a vital role in the industrial sector, contributing to nearly 80% of the total employment and approximately 45% of the value added to manufacturing. In aggregate, SMEs contribute to 25% of Bangladesh's GDP, reaching US$79 billion as of 2018.
Despite their significant contribution to the Bangladeshi economy, small enterprises, particularly those located in rural areas, have faced difficulties in obtaining loans from formal banking channels. Unclear definitions, lack of required documentation, and deficient bank-client relationships have hindered their access to credit. Complicated disbursement processes, the absence of bank accounts, and limited collateral options have further exacerbated these challenges for CMSMEs.
Zaytoon Business Solutions aims to address these challenges by making loan products more accessible to rural CMSMEs through its Village Digital Booths. The following loan products will be offered:
Designed for all types of agro-based and agro-processing industries, catering to the needs of CMSMEs and other specialized organizations engaged in the agricultural sector.
Addresses the working capital requirements of CMSMEs.
Available to any SME, regardless of its industry (manufacturing, service, trading, or farming), to support working capital needs for local procurement of inventory or raw materials and to meet urgent short-term funding requirements.
A term loan product intended for SME customers seeking to purchase, renovate, or develop commercial space.
Enables CMSMEs to purchase machinery, equipment, furniture, vehicles, or other assets for commercial use.
By offering these tailored loan products, Zaytoon Business Solutions seeks to empower rural CMSMEs and contribute to their growth and development.