Compartamos Banco is recognized for the second time as the Best Microfinance Institution in 2013

Mexico, D.F., November 11th 2013.- Compartamos Banco S.A., Institucion de Banca Múltiple. (Compartamos) Informs that, it is being recognized as the "Best Microfinance Institution 2013" for the second consecutive year by LatinFinance magazine during its best "Banks of the Year 2013" awards.

The criterion for this award is based on quantitative factors, qualitative, opinions of industry participants through an online vote as well as publicly available information and financial results.

Latin Finance has a long history outlining the financial markets in Latin America and recognizing the excellence of the institutions through this prestigious award.

"Receiving this recognition again is an honor for us and reaffirms our commitment to our customers, investors and partners. It is a clear example that we are meeting our expectations for growth in the region in pursuit of our mission to eradicate financial exclusion in America "said Patricio Diez de Bonilla, Chief Financial Officer of Gentera, Holding company of Compartamos Banco .

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Compartamos Banco generates opportunities for development through financial services to popular segments, which enable our clients to invest in their most important asset: themselves. We do this through social networking and a business model that generates social, economic and human value.

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