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

CSX index posts monthly gain of 1.7%

On Jan 31, 2023, the CSX index edged up slightly from the previous close to 491.9pts, posting a monthly gain of 1.7%. PPAP shares saw the biggest monthly gain of 6.43%, closing at KHR14,900, followed by PAS shares which gained 5.56% from the previous month to finish at KHR14,060....

On Jan 31, 2023, the CSX index...

January 31, 2023

Market Update

CSX index posts weekly gain of 0.55%

On Jan 27, 2022, the CSX index rose 0.28% from the previous close to 492.06pts, up 0.55% from last week. PPAP shares saw the biggest weekly gain of 2.1%, finishing at KHR14,800, followed by PAS shares which rose 1.9% from last Friday to KHR14,100.

On Jan 27, 2022, the CSX index...

January 27, 2023

Market Update

Cambodia's imports of iron and steel up 23% YoY in 2022

ambodia's import of iron and steel in 2022 reached $360mn, an increase of 23% YoY, according to the General Depart of Customs and Excise (GDCE). Cambodia Constructors Association general manager Chiv Sivpheng said that imports of iron, steel and other construction materials are on a steady upward...

ambodia's import of iron and s...

January 20, 2023

Market Update

NBC announces new mechanisms and conditions for purchasing NCD

The National Bank of Cambodia has announced the change in the mechanisms and conditions of purchasing Negotiable Certificate of Deposits (NCD) to provide banks and microfinance institutions (MFIs) with more benefits, said bankers....

The National Bank of Cambodia ...

January 19, 2023

Equity Report

PPWSA's 3Q22 review: water sales continue to see solid growth

Water subscription reached 447,679 connections at the end of 3Q22, an increase of 1.2% compared to the end of 2Q22, and 5.2% compared to 3Q21. Of the total subscriptions, household clients account for 358,770 connections, or 80.1%, while commercial and industrial clients account for 82,193 connections or 18.4%, with the other 6,716 connections being subscriptions from government institutions, autonomous state authorities, private water distributors, and others....

Water subscription reached 447...

January 18, 2023

Market Update

Cambodia-Japan bilateral trade up 12% YoY in 2022

he bilateral merchandise trade between Cambodia and Japan reached $1.95bn in 2022, up 12% YoY, according to the General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE).

he bilateral merchandise trade...

January 17, 2023

Market Update

Study finds Cambodians are very concerned about inflation

A market research study of more than 500 Cambodians found that 71% of them are very concerned about inflation. Standard Insights surveyed more than 500 Cambodians and found that almost 95% of respondents are concerned about inflation.

A market research study of mor...

January 16, 2023

Market Update

NBC projects 6% growth for 2023

The National Bank of Cambodia has forecasted that Cambodia's GDP is expected to grow around 6% in 2023, according to its latest report.

The National Bank of Cambodia ...

January 13, 2023

Market Update

Cambodia's GFT exports rise 15% in 2022

Cambodia's exports of garments, footwear, and travel (GFT) goods increased by 15% from $10.99bn in 2021 to $12.63bn in 2022, according to the latest report on trade by the General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE).

Cambodia's exports of garments...

January 12, 2023

Market Update

Cambodia's exports surge 16% in 2022

Cambodia's total merchandise exports reached $2.48bn in 2022, surging 16.4% YoY, narrowing its international trade deficit by 20.6% to $7.46bn, according to the General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE).

Cambodia's total merchandise e...

January 11, 2023