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

CDC promotes manufacturing supply chain investment to Chinese enterprises

Cambodia's Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has encouraged Chinese companies to invest in the manufacturing of raw materials and semi-finished goods in the country to strengthen domestic value chains and enhance industrial resilience. The proposal was made during a meeting between Chea Vuthy, Secretary-General of the Cambodian Investment Board (CIB), and Hua Xiaofeng, Vice President of Wuxi Guolian Group Co., Ltd., a state-owned conglomerate ...

Cambodia's Council for the Dev...

June 30, 2025

Market Update

35 projects in Preah Sihanouk receive investment incentives

The Preah Sihanouk Province Investment Promotion Working Group has approved 35 investment and business projects, totaling around $327 million, to contribute to the province's transformation into a dynamic economic hub. The projects include 22 stalled construction developments, 12 new investment ventures, and one expansion of an existing business. The projects span diverse sectors, including special economic zones, industrial parks, animal feed production, home appliance manufacturing, hotel and hospitality ...

The Preah Sihanouk Province In...

June 27, 2025

Market Update

Vietnam strengthens presence in Cambodia through 215 projects and sector focus

ietnam holds 215 investment projects in Cambodia, focusing on sectors such as agriculture, telecommunications, banking, financial services, food processing, mining, aviation, and tourism. Vietnam's total registered capital in Cambodia is $2.94 billion, ...

ietnam holds 215 investment pr...

June 26, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia sees more than 3 million air travelers from January to May

Cambodia recorded 3.04 million air passengers in the first five months of 2025, an 18% increase from the previous year. International and domestic airlines operated 27,670 flights to the country's three international airports during January-May, a 14% increase from ...

Cambodia recorded 3.04 million...

June 25, 2025

Market Update

Insurance sector records $102 million in gross premiums for Q1

Cambodia's insurance industry registered a gross premium of $102 million in Q1 2025, a 6% increase from the previous year, according to a report from the Insurance Regulator of Cambodia (IRC). The growth was attributed to 18 general insurers, 14 life insurers, ...

Cambodia's insurance industry ...

June 24, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia imposes ban on Thai fuel imports amid heightened tensions

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has halted all fuel and gas imports from Thailand starting at midnight, citing sufficient alternative supplies and escalating tensions following a Thai military-led incursion of 150 ...

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun M...

June 23, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia's GFT exports reach $6 billion

Cambodia's garments, footwear, and travel products (GFT) sector has seen a 23.5% increase in exports over the past five months, reaching $6,137 million, according to a Ministry of Commerce report. The sector, which currently employs around 1,538 factories and branches, is the largest ...

Cambodia's garments, footwear,...

June 20, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia achieves record rice production in 2024 with strong government support

The Cambodia Rice Federation (CRF) has recorded a record growth of producing over 14 million tonnes of rice in 2024, thanks to the support of the Royal Government. The CRF has 301 active members and exports rice to 123 international destinations. The ...

The Cambodia Rice Federation (...

June 19, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia records $7.2 billion in trade with ASEAN from January to May

Cambodia's trade volume with ASEAN member states reached $7.2 billion in the first five months of 2025, a 5.5% increase from the same period last year, according to a report. The country exported products worth $2.7 billion to other ASEAN countries, ...

Cambodia's trade volume with A...

June 17, 2025

Market Update

PM urges banks and MFIs to reduce loan burden on returning workers

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has called on the Association of Banks in Cambodia (ABC) and the Cambodia Microfinance Association (CMA) to help ease the financial burden on Cambodian workers returning from Thailand, particularly those facing ...

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun M...

June 16, 2025