Cambodia

Slower credit growth on the horizon for Cambodian lenders

Slower credit growth on the horizon for Cambodian lenders

Earlier covenant breaches will continue to be a problem for some of the banks.
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National Bank of Cambodia, Mastercard team up to launch Bakong Tourists App

Tourists can top up their account by linking it to their Mastercard.

Cambodia enables QR payments from foreign e-wallets through Alipay+

They can now make payments in over 1 million Cambodian merchants.

Cambodia’s ACLEDA Bank to weather its covenant breaches: S&P

Funding is ‘strong’ thanks to its position as one of the country’s largest banks.

Cambodian banks breach covenants as bad loans surge

ACLEDA, Hattha Bank, and LOLC have all breached their covenants.

Cambodian banks’ bad loans ratio to peak at 7.7% in 2026

Its tourism and real estate sectors continue to lag behind the economy.

ABA Bank clinches Domestic Retail Bank of the Year - Cambodia at ABF Retail Banking Awards 2024

This highlights its robust growth, innovative digital banking solutions, and expansive service network.

Property exposure risks remains Cambodian banks’ Achilles heel: analyst

Profitability will remain under pressure due to stiff competition and high costs.

UnionPay inks deal with Cambodia to promote QR cross-border payments

It aims to benefit residents of both countries in cross-border mobile payments. 

Cambodia's Sathapana Bank incorporates AI for credit risk management

It aims to power its credit risk management with Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Cambodia’s Phillip Bank teams up with property development Sarita Waterside

Foreign investors can enjoy a buy back option when purchasing villas at Sarita Waterside.

Cambodia’s ABA Bank launches instant card issuance kiosks

Over 191,000 cards have already been issued since launch. 

ABA Bank leads the digital transformation journey for financial inclusion

It has been paying attention to the technologies in the industry as well as the needs of the customers.

Could Bakong pave the way for digital currency in Cambodia?

Similar to its namesake, the platform is now the backbone of the country’s digital payments system.

ABA Bank was recognised with the Domestic Retail Bank of the Year - Cambodia at ABF Retail Banking Awards 2021

Their remarkable milestones and outstanding figures led them to be at the forefront of modern finance and digital transformation.

Hong Leong Bank, Mastercard launch debit card in Cambodia

Until October, 1% of each transaction made using the card will be donated to Kantha Bopha Children's Hospital.