Research

Our research reports provide comprehensive, up-to-date
information and analysis on the Cambodian economy in regional
and global context, selected industries, and the equity market in Cambodia.

Market Update

WTO upgrades 2025 global trade growth forecast to 2.4%

On Tuesday, the World Trade Organization (WTO) increased its global merchandise trade growth forecast for 2025 to 2.4%, up from 0.9%, while lowering the forecast for 2026 to 0.5% from 1.8%. Global GDP is expected to grow by 2.7% in 2025 and 2.6% in ...

On Tuesday, the World Trade Or...

October 10, 2025

Market Update

$385 million in new trusts registered during first nine months

The trust sector in Cambodia is witnessing significant growth, with 458 new trusts registered in the first nine months of 2025, totaling approximately $385 million in assets under management. This surge reflects increasing investor confidence, particularly among ...

The trust sector in Cambodia i...

October 8, 2025

Market Update

ADB approves $82.5 million to boost Cambodia's energy transition

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $82.5 million for the second phase of Cambodia's Energy Transition Sector Development Program (ETSDP), aimed at promoting a clean energy shift through policy reform and innovative technology investments...

The Asian Development Bank (AD...

October 7, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia aims to attract U.S. investment in agriculture

Both sides at a recent agribusiness roundtable discussion hosted by the US Embassy in Phnom Penh explored investment opportunities in Cambodia's agricultural sector, focusing on collaboration with American companies. Key participants ...

Both sides at a recent agribus...

October 6, 2025

Market Update

Over $3 billion needed to upgrade Cambodia's river transport and water logistics

The Cambodian government plans to invest $3.25 billion in 23 river transport projects under the Comprehensive Intermodal Transport and Logistics System (CITLS) 2023-2033 master plan. These initiatives aim to enhance connectivity, trade efficiency, and reduce transport costs throughout the Kingdom. Significant developments include the Law on Water Transport, approved in March 2024, and ...

The Cambodian government plans...

October 3, 2025

Market Update

Projects valued at $280 million get approval from Preah Sihanouk Incentive Group

Seventeen investment projects in Preah Sihanouk province, totaling $280 million and potentially creating around 2,000 jobs, have received approval for special incentives under the "Special Investment Promotion Program." By September 2025, the Working ...

Seventeen investment projects ...

October 2, 2025

Market Update

Government Debt-to-GDP expected to exceed 27% this year

The Cambodian government announced a public debt stock of $12.67 billion by the end of Q2 2025, with a debt-to-GDP ratio projected to reach a five-year high of 27.3%. This ratio has steadily increased from 20.8% in 2020 to an estimated 26.1% in 2024...

The Cambodian government annou...

October 1, 2025

Market Update

Trademark registration moves to a paperless system starting today

The Cambodian Ministry of Commerce is introducing a Paperless Trademark Registration System to enhance the business environment and improve transparency. The system will be available from September 30 and will manage the trademark registration process in ...

The Cambodian Ministry of Comm...

September 30, 2025

Market Update

Vietnam-Cambodia trade progressing toward $20 billion target

Bilateral trade between Cambodia and Vietnam has tripled between 2014 and 2024, reaching $10.1 billion, with an average annual growth rate of about 12%. The two countries have established a solid legal framework through key agreements, including the 2019 ...

Bilateral trade between Cambod...

September 29, 2025

Market Update

ADB backs $52 million initiative for Cambodia's green energy path

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $52.72 million loan for Cambodia's Grid Expansion Project, aimed at strengthening the nation's transmission network to integrate more renewable energy and meet escalating electricity demand. Cambodia has ...

The Asian Development Bank (AD...

September 19, 2025