Cambodia Revises 2026 Macroeconomic Outlook Downward Amid Fiscal Consolidation Efforts
Cambodia's Ministry of Economy and Finance has revised down the 2026 economic growth forecast to 4.0%, aligning with an update to the Medium-Term Fiscal Framework (MTFF) aimed at controlling fiscal deficits and ensuring sustainability. The projection for 2027 growth stands at 4.8%.
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