finance



STORY OF THE DAY • Nov 22, 2023 • 9 min read
Partner Content

Emerging digital technology, alternative data and financial inclusion in Cambodia

By Stew Post • Nov 22, 2023
New financial technologies could open the door to financial inclusion and provide people across Cambodia with greater access to capital. As banks in Cambodia look to the future, Credit Bureau Cambodia plays a critical role in providing financial data infrastructure, thus enabling the move toward financial inclusion

Nov 18, 2021 • 9 min read
Debt

Vietnam lenders adopt loan shark tactics

Weak government regulation to manage debt amidst Covid-19 has left borrowers in the lurch as formal loan companies use strong-arm tactics
By Govi Snell • Nov 18, 2021

Apr 14, 2021 • 13 min read
Finance

Inside Cambodia’s CSX, one of the world’s smallest stock exchanges

Until last year, Cambodia’s stock exchange was the second smallest globally, behind only Myanmar. While a mega-listing in 2020 gave the bourse a much-needed boost, the success or stagnation of this tiny market hangs in the balance as firms remain hesitant to list
By Kiana Duncan • Apr 14, 2021

Feb 01, 2021 • 10 min read
Fintech

Tech & Money

A young population with an enthusiasm for digital innovation coupled with consistent economic growth has created a promising market for fintech solutions. Focusing on financial inclusion, the most exciting developments will produce a more robust ecosystem and more opportunities to investors in the industry
By Focus Cambodia Editorial • Feb 01, 2021

Feb 01, 2021 • 4 min read
Finance

Local focus, global reach

BPC’s banking tech has already updated best practices across Asia. Focus Cambodia speaks with Veasna Nguon, Business Development Director for Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar about its recent entry to Cambodia, and what the firm envisions as a new hub with long-term ambition
By BPC • Feb 01, 2021

Apr 01, 2020 • 9 min read
Gender in Singapore

Breaking up the boys’ club

Finance has long been a boys' club, with Singapore no different. Today, FinTech offers more women a way in, but there remains a lack of diversity at its highest levels. Here, two of Singapore's most successful female financial figures offer their reflections on the sector
By Amanda Oon • Apr 01, 2020