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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 Austria agree to strengthen trade relations

Cambodia and Austria have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen and expand bilateral trade cooperation, focusing on key sectors such as tourism, agriculture, industry, and logistics. The decision was made during a meeting between Tekreth Kamrang, Secretary of State at the Ministry ...

Cambodia and Austria have reaf...

October 17, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia's exports to the U.S. exceed $9 billion mark

Cambodia exported over $9 billion worth of goods to the US in the first nine months of 2025, reaffirming Washington's position as the Kingdom's largest export market. Bilateral trade between the two countries totalled $9.56 billion during the January-September ...

Cambodia exported over $9 bill...

October 16, 2025

Market Update

Over 10,000 EVs are now officially registered in Cambodia

As of September 2025, Cambodia has registered 10,568 electric vehicles, including 7,187 cars, 671 tricycles, and 2,710 motorcycles. The trend of EV vehicles has significantly increased in the first eight months of 2025, with 5,571 registered. The Ministry of Public Works ...

As of September 2025, Cambodia...

October 14, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia's export momentum continues amid increasing tariffs

Business leaders noted that Cambodia's sustained export growth, which increased by nearly 13% in the first nine months of the year to around $22 billion, illustrates the nation's economic diversification and enhanced competitiveness. The USA remains ...

Business leaders noted that Ca...

October 13, 2025

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