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

MEF launches capital gains tax implementation framework

The Cambodian Ministry of Economy and Finance has officially implemented the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) framework, aiming to align with international tax practices and strengthen fiscal equity. The tax is imposed on profits realised on the sale of non-inventory ...

The Cambodian Ministry of Econ...

July 25, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia's economic growth projection revised to 5.2% by AMRO

Cambodia's GDP forecast for 2026 has been revised to 5.2% due to global economic uncertainties influenced by US tariff measures. The World Bank also revised its growth forecast for Cambodia from 5.5% to 4.0%. AMRO estimates that CPI inflation will ...

Cambodia's GDP forecast for 20...

July 24, 2025

Market Update

South Korea targets reducing 680,000 tonnes of carbon emissions in Cambodia

South Korea is set to implement a project to cut 680,000 tonnes of carbon emissions in the country, marking its first international carbon reduction initiative under the Paris Agreement. The project, approved by the Royal Government, will transfer ...

South Korea is set to implemen...

July 22, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia earns $311 million from bicycle exports in first half of the year

Cambodia exported bicycles worth $311 million to foreign markets in the first half of 2025, a 51.7% increase from $205 million, according to a Ministry of Commerce report. Ministry of Commerce Secretary of State and spokesperson Penn Sovicheat ...

Cambodia exported bicycles wor...

July 21, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia-South Korea trade reaches $438 million as economic ties strengthen

Cambodia and South Korea have seen a 10.7% YoY increase in bilateral trade in the first half of 2025, reaching $438 million, according to an official report. This growth is attributed to the deepening economic ties and successful collaborative efforts between the two ...

Cambodia and South Korea have ...

July 18, 2025

Market Update

Cambodia's trade with RCEP partners nears $20 billion in H1 2025

Cambodia's trade with the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) member countries reached $19.7 billion in the first half of 2025, a 16.5% increase from the same period last year. The country's exports to fellow RCEP member countries totalled $5.03 billion ...

Cambodia's trade with the Regi...

July 17, 2025

Market Update

Appreciating regional currencies boost Cambodia's export competitiveness

The appreciation of major Asian currencies, particularly the Bangladeshi taka, Thai baht, and Vietnamese dong, against the US dollar is providing a boost for Cambodia's export sector, which is struggling with the impact of US President Donald Trump's 36% tariffs. The taka and Thai ...

The appreciation of major Asia...

July 16, 2025

Market Update

CCC to sign MoU with Vietnam-Cambodia Business Association

The Cambodia Chamber of Commerce (CCC) and Vietnam are set to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral trade and investment cooperation. Trade relations between the two countries have seen a 7.2% increase in the first half of 2025, with Cambodia's exports to Vietnam reaching $2.19 billion and imports to $2.15 billion. CCC ...

The Cambodia Chamber of Commer...

July 15, 2025

Market Update

Draft plan for securities development 2025-2035 officially approved

The Non-Banking Financial Services Authority (NBFSA) Council has approved the Draft Securities Sector Development Masterplan 2025-2035, aiming to strengthen Cambodia's financial market in the next ten years. The plan is divided into five chapters, presenting a ...

The Non-Banking Financial Serv...

July 14, 2025

Special Report

Cambodia’s Banking Industry: Why Size Matters

INTRODUCTION

July 10, 2025