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This is a B2B Asia News Daily Update for 30 October 2026, reviewing regional and global markets, and covering the daily business news you shouldn’t miss.
Watch the video in English above.
- We start with a quick look at regional markets. Tech shares took a hit on Friday while bonds saw their biggest monthly boost in nearly three years. Investors rushed to safer investments out of concern that the huge sums being poured into AI might not pay off. In Asia, South Korea's KOSPI fell more than 3%, for a total fall of nearly 16% in October.
- Japan's Nikkei fell over 2%, on course for a decline of 5% this month. Chinese and Hong Kong stock markets closed in a divergence, with the Shanghai Composite Index falling 1.44% while Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index rallied 1.46%.
- Zooming in on Cambodia’s market—the Cambodia Securities Exchange Index was up 3.73 points or 0.62% to 609.82.
- Total trade volume was up with 235,332 shares changing hands at a total value of 1.36 billion riel or over $334,000 US dollars.
- On the main board, three stocks were up, led by CAMGSM, while four stocks were down with Pestech Cambodia as the biggest loser of the day.
- Over on the growth board, JS Land was up, while DBD Engineering and Picasso City Garden were down.
- Shifting to the exchange rate, the Khmer riel to USD strengthened slightly to 4,081 riel per US Dollar, while the US Dollar index hovered around 101.73.
- Looking at global commodities, oil prices rose on Friday, set for a fourth monthly gain, as an attack on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz highlighted the continuing supply risks from the US-Israeli war on Iran, which has entered its eighth month.
- Brent crude futures for December , which expire on Friday, advanced 1.49% to $116.59 US dollars a barrel. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures climbed 1.42% to $103.45 US dollars. (0727 GMT)
- Gold prices slipped as higher oil prices and robust US inflation data strengthened the case for another U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate hike later this year.
- Spot gold was down 0.5% at $4,000.54 US dollars per ounce, while US gold futures for December delivery dropped 0.5% to $4,010.10 US dollars. Bullion was on track for a second consecutive monthly decline. (0511 GMT)
Looking at the crypto market, Bitcoin traded around $77,281 US dollars on October 30, dropping roughly 2% to a six-week low following a major security breach and cryptocurrency heist at the Binance exchange.
- Moving on now to other business related news,
- Cambodia will host the 12th Sea Festival (Round 4) from December 18 to 20, in Preah Sihanouk province, under the theme “The Value of the Sea: Blue Economy Linked to the Sustainability and Biodiversity of Cambodia’s Coastal Zone” according to an announcement from the Ministry of Tourism. The three-day national event will be presided over by Prime Minister Hun Manet and First Lady Lok Chumteav Dr. Pich Chanmony Hun Manet. Organised by the Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with the Preah Sihanouk Provincial Administration, line ministries, and private sector partners, the festival aims to highlight the tourism potential of Cambodia’s coastal regions, foster sustainable marine conservation, elevate service quality across the hospitality sector, and promote authentic Khmer products. High-level dignitaries expected to attend include leaders and members of the Senate, the National Assembly, and the Royal Government, alongside delegates from the Most Beautiful Bays in the World Club, foreign diplomatic missions, capital and provincial administrations, development partners, tourism associations, tour operators, and content creators.
- Cambodia and Singapore have pledged to deepen bilateral agricultural cooperation and expand trade, focusing on boosting Cambodian rice exports and introducing high-potential agribusiness commodities into the Singaporean market. The commitment follows a high-level bilateral meeting on October 29 in Singapore between H.E. Dith Tina, Cambodia’s Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, and H.E. Grace Fu, Singapore’s Minister for Sustainability and the Environment. During the discussion, both ministers explored strategies to broaden trade channels and unlock new commercial pathways for Cambodian agricultural goods. Key commodities highlighted for expansion include cashew nuts, mangoes, bananas, durians, pepper, fresh vegetables, and livestock products.
- Cambodia is finalising preparations for the Francophonie Village at Wat Botum Vatey Park in Phnom Penh, setting the stage for an extensive showcase of culture, tourism, business, and gastronomy from November 13 to 17. H.E. Dr. Chuk Chumnor, Director General of Tourism Development and International Cooperation and Manager of the Village, detailed the progress during an interview on October 28. He confirmed that venue infrastructure, security arrangements, and event logistics are moving forward seamlessly to deliver a seamless experience for all attendees. Working groups across all departments remain fully engaged to complete setup well ahead of the opening, ensuring a high-standard reception for international delegations, diplomatic guests, and the general public. The village will feature dedicated pavilions representing member states of the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF), alongside interactive exhibition booths highlighting regional trade, investment potential, traditional handicrafts, and heritage products. Guests can also look forward to a curated culinary experience featuring authentic Khmer dishes and distinct Francophone gastronomy, as well as daily multi-cultural artistic performances on the central stage.
Watch the 30 October 2026 Daily Update in Khmer below: