Quick Take:
Tala has officially reached a milestone of 4 million customers in the Philippines, a powerful reminder that when Filipinos are given access to fair and flexible financial tools, dreams turn into progress.
From Manila to Guatemala, Tala continues to expand globally, reaching more communities and making financial access possible for the Global Majority, the people who have long been left out of traditional financial systems.
From the Philippines to Latin America: Reaching the Global Majority
Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Tala is growing its impact across three continents, recently launching its services in Guatemala, a key step in its mission to empower underserved people worldwide.
With the help of AI and data innovation, Tala’s proprietary technology, Tala in a Box, makes it easier to expand to new markets quickly and responsibly. This tech-driven platform allows the company to serve millions more, faster, bringing access to credit and financial education to those who need it most.
“This marks the start of Tala’s next chapter, grounded in the belief that potential exists everywhere,”
— Shivani Siroya, CEO & Founder of Tala
4 Million Filipinos, 26 Million Loans, and Counting
Since launching in 2017, Tala Philippines has disbursed over 26 million loans — amounting to more than ₱129 billion in total, helping millions of Filipinos cover everyday needs, start small businesses, and invest in their goals.
Tala’s recent Impact Report revealed that 91% of borrowers experienced a better quality of life after using Tala loans, from paying bills and managing household expenses to reducing financial stress.
Behind every number is a story of growth — of Filipinos who are turning their potential into real progress with Tala as their financial partner.
Building Financial Confidence Through Literacy
Tala believes that true empowerment starts with knowledge.
That’s why financial education remains at the heart of what we do.
Through our TALAkayan with Salve Ibañez workshop series, over 1,200 participants have learned practical lessons on saving, budgeting, investing, and responsible borrowing.
We also partnered with Project PEARLS to bring financial education and scholarship opportunities to families in Tondo, Manila, empowering communities to take charge of their finances and their future.
The Road Ahead: Technology with Purpose
As Tala continues to grow, its mission remains clear:
To bridge financial inclusion gaps and make sure every Filipino and every member of the global majority has access to tools that help them thrive.
“As Tala continues to expand in the Philippines, we are focused on leveraging our technology to meet the diverse needs of our customers and empower them to grow and achieve their goals,”
— Moritz Gastl, General Manager, Tala Philippines
With over 4 million Filipinos already part of the Tala community, the journey to a more financially inclusive world is just beginning.
Because for Tala, it’s not just about numbers; it’s about unlocking potential, one person at a time.
Stay Tuned
Tala is on a mission to bring financial access to everyone, everywhere.
Download the official Tala App today and take the first step toward your goals.