ADB – Asia Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Monitor, 2024

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has released the 2024 edition of its Asia Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise (SME) Monitor, focusing on designing an MSME ecosystem for resilient growth in Asia and the Pacific. This report provides comprehensive data and analysis on micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across the region, offering valuable insights for evidence-based policy development. It emphasizes the importance of creating supportive ecosystems that foster MSME growth, resilience, and sustainability. The findings highlight key challenges and opportunities, including access to finance, digital transformation, and integration into global value chains. The report serves as a crucial resource for policymakers, development practitioners, and stakeholders aiming to enhance the contribution of MSMEs to economic development in Asia and the Pacific.