McKinsey · Public sector / financial inclusion · Advanced · 35-45 min

Diconsa: should a rural retail network offer financial services?

Last updated 2026-07-29

What is this case about?

Assess whether the Diconsa network in Mexico could be used to provide basic financial services to rural communities.

Where strong candidates start

• Target customer need
• Network capability and branch economics

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