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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

Cambodia and Laos move to deepen bilateral trade cooperation

Both Cambodia and Laos have agreed to enhance cooperation to increase bilateral trade, aiming for a target of $700 million by 2030. This agreement was reached during a meeting between Prime Ministers Hun Manet and Sonexay Siphandone in Phnom Penh, where they emphasized ...

Both Cambodia and Laos have ag...

February 9, 2026

Market Update

Sihanoukville ports record significant revenue increase

The container throughput at Cambodia's state-owned ports, Sihanoukville Autonomous Port and Phnom Penh Autonomous Port, surged in 2025, reflecting increased trade activities. Sihanoukville handled 1.34 million TEUs, a 30.5% rise from the previous year, with ...

The container throughput at C...

February 6, 2026

Market Update

MEF highlights ongoing resilience in Cambodia's financial system

Management of Cambodia's state budget revenues is expected to improve with new strategies for fiscal and non-fiscal revenues, enhancing the sustainability of public finances. The Ministry of Economy and Finance reported that the public financial system remains ...

Management of Cambodia's state...

February 5, 2026

Market Update

Cambodia's retail credit outstanding rises to $16.39 billion in Q4 2025

The Quarterly Retail Credit Index from Credit Bureau Cambodia (CBC) indicates a resurgence in Cambodia's retail credit market, with outstanding loan balances reaching $16.39 billion in Q4 2025, marking a 1.36% QoQ increase. This growth is driven by rising ...

The Quarterly Retail Credit In...

February 4, 2026

Market Update

More than 9,500 SMEs benefit from CGCC-supported loans exceeding $500M

The Credit Guarantee Corporation of Cambodia (CGCC) has significantly aided 9,556 businesses by facilitating loan guarantees exceeding $500 million since April 2021. Acting as a critical financial safety net, CGCC enables small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to obtain loans ...

The Credit Guarantee Corporati...

January 21, 2026

Market Update

Cambodia sees strong growth in garment and footwear exports, reaching $15.5B in 2025

Cambodia's garment, footwear, and travel goods exports reached $15.5 billion in 2025, marking a 15.7% increase from the previous year, according to the Ministry of Commerce. Garments accounted for $11.4 billion (up 16.5%), footwear at $2.09 billion (up 24.5%), ...

Cambodia's garment, footwear, ...

January 20, 2026

Market Update

Cambodia plans over $500M in government securities issuances in 2026

The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) of Cambodia plans to issue government securities worth 2.1 trillion riels ($524 million) in 2026 via a competitive bidding process on the National Bank of Cambodia Platform. This initiative aims to mobilize domestic financing, enhance ...

The Ministry of Economy and Fi...

January 19, 2026

Market Update

US firm plans up to $1 billion investment in Cambodia after tariff discussions, official says

Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister of Cambodia, announced an American company's potential investment of $500 million to $1 billion in Cambodia, contingent upon the completion of reciprocal tariff negotiations with the United States. Speaking at the Ministry of Commerce ...

Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Min...

January 12, 2026

Market Update

Cambodia plans nationwide expansion of EV charging infrastructure

Cambodia is advancing plans to create a nationwide network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to support travel and business, particularly in logistics, as part of its clean energy initiative. Highlighted by Minister of Mines and Energy Keo Rottanak at the inauguration ...

Cambodia is advancing plans to...

January 9, 2026

Market Update

China accounts for over half of Cambodia's total investment

In 2025, China emerged as Cambodia's largest source of foreign investment, contributing $5.42 billion, or 54.25% of the total approved investment capital of $10 billion. The Cambodia Investment Committee registered 630 projects expected to create around 438,000 jobs, reflecting ...

In 2025, China emerged as Camb...

January 8, 2026