Micro finance

Another notable new business that came to the fore in this time of crisis is the proliferation of micro finance firms that serve as conduits for government’s “ayuda”.

Aside from these remittance centers, several online micro finance firms, most of them still need to establish their credibility, are sprouting and offering loans to the impoverished Filipinos.

Because transportation is difficult, mini neighborhood markets found their way into strategic locations, easily a walking distance from villages and communities. These mini neighborhood markets offer basic daily needs, mostly food, vegetables and fruits.