Unlocking Economic Potential: Women-owned SMEs in Cambodia Offer Untapped Opportunities
The article explores the challenges faced by small businesses in Cambodia, especially those owned by women. These challenges include difficulties in accessing markets, low productivity, and complex registration procedures. The researchers aim to gather data on both men- and women-owned businesses to understand how gender affects access to business support and banking services. They found that women-owned businesses face unique financial and non-financial obstacles that can be addressed through policy changes and better banking services. The study also highlights the missed opportunities for banks in serving women entrepreneurs and suggests solutions to help women overcome these barriers.