This report uses blended finance data and insights compiled by Convergence to provide an updated analysis of the blended finance market, including blending approaches, sectors, regions and investor trends. We are also excited to include the following additions for the first time to this year’s report:
- Interviews with leading experts in the blended finance market, including representatives from development agencies, multilateral development banks (MDBs), development finance institutions (DFIs), impact investors, and institutional investors (‘Voices from the Field’)
- A forecast of emerging trends in the blended finance market, leveraging Convergence’s collection of data on transactions seeking blended capital, including from our proprietary matchmaking platform
The State of Blended Finance 2020 concludes with reflections on the journey to advancing blended finance at scale, exploring key challenges and progress made to date. Lastly, the report considers the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the blended finance market and the attainment