Inclusión y educación financiera: El caso de los pequeños comerciantes de la Plaza Rotary en la ciudad de Cuenca

Abstract

From the conceptualization and importance of financial education and financial inclusion, together with its variables. This research analyzes the relationship between financial inclusion and financial education of the traders of the Rotary Square in Cuenca, Ecuador. This being the main objective of the study. Thus, the object of study is made up of 91 traders, the research uses a mixed methodological approach that includes indicators based on three fundamental dimensions: Access, use and quality of financial services. This is highlighted within a survey. The results reveal a statistically significant and positive association between financial education and financial inclusion. In particular, it is evident that traders with more solid levels of financial education present greater advantages in terms of inclusion in the financial system, suggesting the importance of financial training and knowledge for the economic development of this group.