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

Cambodia aims to deepen economic partnership with the UK

Both Cambodia and the United Kingdom aim to enhance economic cooperation during the Third Cambodia-UK Joint Trade and Investment Forum (JTIF) in early 2026. Minister of Commerce H.E. Cham Nimul highlighted the forum's role in fostering ...

Both Cambodia and the United K...

November 17, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia considers $3 billion borrowing plan for public investment

The Royal Government of Cambodia plans to borrow over $3 billion in 2026 from development partners, primarily for funding public investment projects in infrastructure, energy, irrigation, education, and digital connectivity. This strategy, outlined ...

The Royal Government of Cambod...

November 12, 2025

Market Update

Water Festival attracts more than 321,000 tourists to Preah Sihanouk province

Preah Sihanouk province experienced significant growth in its tourism sector during the annual Water Festival, attracting over 321,000 visitors from November 4-6. This marks a 3.08% increase compared to the previous year. The festival included traditional ...

Preah Sihanouk province experi...

November 10, 2025

Market Update

New Cambodia-India routes expected to boost medical tourism

Cambodia and India are set to establish a direct air link, starting on 13 November, to improve access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for Cambodian citizens. IndiGo Airlines will operate three weekly flights connecting Siem Reap, Cambodia, with Kolkata, a major commercial ...

Cambodia and India are set to ...

October 31, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia turns to green finance to fund $32.2 billion climate ambitions

Cambodia aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2035, requiring $32 billion in funding for climate goals. The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) and financial institutions are enhancing frameworks to support this ambition through green finance. Notable products ...

Cambodia aims to cut greenhous...

October 30, 2025

Market Update

Investment incentives set to boost Cambodia's Northeastern economy

Cambodia's government has launched a special programme to promote investment in the four northeastern provinces of Kratie, Stung Treng, Ratanakiri, and Mondulkiri. The initiative aims to unlock new growth engines in agriculture, agro-industry, and tourism, while addressing ...

Cambodia's government has laun...

October 28, 2025

Market Update

Govt expenditure expected to reach over $10B in 2026

Cambodia's Cabinet has approved the draft 'Law on Finance for Management 2026', setting government spending at over $10 billion for the coming fiscal year. The draft law emphasizes enhancing national sovereignty and territorial integrity, ensuring the sustainable ...

Cambodia's Cabinet has approve...

October 27, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia Records Over $12 Billion in Garments, Shoes, and Travel Goods Exports in Jan-Sep 2025

Cambodia's garment, textile, footwear, and travel goods exports reached $12.2 billion in the first nine months of 2025, a 16.7% increase from the previous year.

Cambodia's garment, textile, f...

October 24, 2025

Market Update

Agro-industrial investments worth $250M to benefit 12,000 workers in Northeast Cambodia

Cambodia's Northeast is set for an economic boost with three major agricultural and agro-industrial projects worth over $250 million, expected to create about 12,000 local jobs. The announcement was made at a technical meeting ...

Cambodia's Northeast is set fo...

October 21, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia and Japan work to expand cooperation in the banking sector

Cambodia's National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) held two meetings with Japanese financial institutions to discuss innovation, regulatory compliance, and long-term investment. The discussions were led by NBC Governor Chea Serey and GFTN CEO Takeshi ...

Cambodia's National Bank of Ca...

October 20, 2025