The International Monetary Fund has lowered its economic growth projection for Cambodia in 2026 to 3%, down from the 4% forecast issued in November 2025.
The revision reflects a more cautious outlook for the country’s economic expansion following a period of moderate performance in 2025.
The downgrade underscores persistent headwinds facing emerging markets in Southeast Asia.
Cambodia’s revised trajectory places it among a group of regional economies struggling to meet ambitious growth targets.
The IMF’s adjustment suggests that structural challenges or external demand softness may be weighing more heavily on the economy than previously anticipated.
This development aligns with a broader pattern of growth misses across the region.