Cambodia Investment Review
The Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC) and the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) co-hosted a workshop on “Understanding Investment Instruments and Financing in the Securities Sector” this week, as Cambodia looks to deepen financial literacy and expand participation in its growing capital markets.
The event, held at the NSSF head office, was supported by the Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX), ACLEDA Securities Plc., Banjaran Asset Management (Cambodia), and Gold Financial Global Investment Co., Ltd. It was presided over by H.E. Sou Socheat, Director General of the SERC, and H.E. Kim Keoreaksmey, Deputy Director General of the NSSF.
Expanding knowledge of securities instruments
The workshop targeted NSSF management and officials, providing insights into key investment instruments such as equities, bonds, collective investment schemes (CIS), and derivatives. According to organizers, the initiative aimed to encourage participants to explore opportunities for generating passive income while learning about risk management in securities investing.
As part of the program, participants received free Investor Identification numbers from the SERC, complimentary trading accounts from ACLEDA Securities, and two shares of ACLEDA Bank Plc. to practice real-time trading. The initiative reflects Cambodia’s ongoing push to make securities investing more accessible to the public, complementing efforts by the Cambodia Securities Exchange to broaden market participation.
Securities market as a driver of growth
Speaking at the workshop, H.E. Sou Socheat stressed the role of the securities sector in national development. “At the micro level, the securities market serves as a source of capital for enterprises and an investment channel for individuals or the public who have savings to invest. Investing can generate passive income through dividends, interest, or capital gains. To minimize risks, investments should start step by step, beginning with learning and understanding the market,” he said.
H.E. Kim Keoreaksmey highlighted the importance of institutional cooperation in developing market knowledge. “The collaboration between the NSSF and SERC represents a crucial step toward enhancing the skills of NSSF officials. This is particularly significant as Cambodia’s securities market becomes increasingly attractive to both domestic and foreign investors,” he said.
Strengthening Cambodia’s capital markets
Cambodia’s capital market remains relatively young, with the first listing on the CSX occurring in 2012. Since then, it has gradually expanded, attracting companies such as ACLEDA Bank Plc. and various bond issuances. The regulator has also encouraged the development of collective investment schemes and other financial instruments to diversify investment opportunities.
The workshop was attended by 150 NSSF officials and featured presentations from SERC, CSX, ACLEDA Securities, Banjaran Asset Management (Cambodia), and Gold Financial Global Investment. Organizers expect the training to support better capital allocation and investment decision-making across Cambodia’s growing financial ecosystem.
