Phnom Penh: The Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX) has made significant strides in its growth, listing 24 companies that have collectively mobilized US$475 million from the capital market to expand their operations as of February this year. This information was shared by H.E. Hong Sok Hour, CEO of the Cambodia Securities Exchange, during an official launch of a subordinated bond listing ceremony in Phnom Penh on Feb. 24.

According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, out of the 24 companies, 11 have listed their equities, while 13 have listed their corporate bonds. Despite facing challenges from global economic and geopolitical factors, the CSX continues to demonstrate growth. The CEO expressed optimism about the future, anticipating many new equity and bond listings in 2025.

The average daily trading value in 2024 was reported to be approximately US$130,000, with about 100,000 shares traded per day. Furthermore, the number of trading accounts has risen to around 60,000 as of January 2025. The CSX has set ambitious targets, aiming for 100,000 trading accounts in 2025 and an average daily trading volume of US$100 million by 2030.