Cambodia's Banks Can Withstand 24% NPL Ratio, AMRO Stress Test Reveals Uneven Risks for Smaller Lenders
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Cambodia's Banks Can Withstand 24% NPL Ratio, AMRO Stress Test Reveals Uneven Risks for Smaller Lenders

A stress test by AMRO indicates Cambodia's banking system can withstand a non-performing loan (NPL) ratio of up to 24%, but smaller banks face risks due to thinner capital buffers, with the property sector being the main source of credit risk.

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