Cambodia’s regulated escrow trust sector continues to expand, with total assets under management reaching $682 million across 563 trust accounts by the end of June 2026. According to the latest Trust Information Bulletin released by the Trust Regulator on July 14, Phnom Penh remains the country’s leading trust market, while several key economic provinces continue to attract growing trust activities. The latest figures highlight increasing confidence in Cambodia’s regulated financial services and demonstrate the sector’s expanding role in supporting investment, real estate, and commercial transactions across the Kingdom.
The report provides a comprehensive snapshot of escrow service trusts by province, revealing where trust assets are concentrated and how regulated trust services are spreading nationwide. While Phnom Penh dominates the market, provinces such as Kandal, Preah Sihanouk, Kampong Speu, and Siem Reap are also strengthening their positions as important centres for trust related financial activities.
Phnom Penh Leads Cambodia’s Escrow Trust Market
The Trust Regulator’s latest bulletin shows that Phnom Penh continues to dominate Cambodia’s escrow trust industry, managing $411 million in assets under management. This represents well over half of the country’s total escrow trust assets, reinforcing the capital’s role as Cambodia’s financial and commercial hub.
Phnom Penh also recorded 364 trust accounts, the highest number nationwide. Its concentration of businesses, financial institutions, property developments, and investment projects continues to drive demand for regulated escrow trust services that provide greater security and transparency for investors and businesses.
Major Economic Provinces Continue to Expand
Outside the capital, Kandal Province ranked second with $117.3 million in assets managed through 52 trust accounts, making it the country’s second largest escrow trust market. The province’s proximity to Phnom Penh and increasing investment activity have contributed to its growing importance within Cambodia’s financial landscape.
Preah Sihanouk Province followed with $44 million under management across 19 trust accounts. As one of Cambodia’s leading economic zones, supported by port operations, real estate development, tourism, and industrial investment, the province continues to attract substantial trust related business.
Trust Services Spread Across More Provinces
Several other provinces also reported meaningful escrow trust activity. Kampong Chhnang ranked fourth with $28.3 million managed through four trust accounts, while Kampong Speu recorded $20 million across 25 accounts. Svay Rieng managed $16 million through nine accounts, and Siem Reap reported $11.1 million across 28 trust accounts.
The report also highlighted continued growth in Takeo, Tboung Khmum, Kampot, and Banteay Meanchey, all of which recorded active trust services with millions of dollars in managed assets. These figures suggest that regulated trust services are gradually becoming more accessible beyond Cambodia’s largest urban centres.
Smaller Provinces Build Their Presence
Although operating on a smaller scale, several provinces continued to participate in Cambodia’s expanding escrow trust market. Preah Vihear, Kep, Prey Veng, Kampong Thom, Battambang, and Kampong Cham all reported active trust accounts with varying levels of managed assets.
Meanwhile, Koh Kong, Pailin, Pursat, Kratie, and Stung Treng collectively managed nearly $2 million through eight trust accounts. The report also noted that Oddar Meanchey, Ratanakkiri, and Mondulkiri had no recorded escrow trust accounts during the reporting period.
Growing Confidence in Cambodia’s Regulated Trust Sector
Overall, Cambodia’s escrow service trust sector managed 563 trust accounts with total assets of $682 million by the end of June 2026. The latest figures demonstrate continued confidence in the country’s regulated trust framework and reflect increasing demand for secure financial arrangements that protect transactions involving businesses, investors, and property developers.
The data also confirms that trust activities remain heavily concentrated in Phnom Penh and other major economic provinces, where larger investment projects and stronger commercial activity generate higher asset values. At the same time, the gradual expansion of escrow trust services into additional provinces signals broader development of Cambodia’s financial services sector. Readers seeking the original report can find additional details through Khmer Times.
Conclusion
Cambodia’s escrow trust industry continues to gain momentum as assets under management reach $682 million, reflecting growing confidence in the country’s regulated financial environment. While Phnom Penh remains the dominant market, the steady expansion of trust services into key provinces demonstrates broader economic development and increasing demand for secure financial transactions. As investment and commercial activities continue to grow, Cambodia’s trust sector is expected to play an increasingly important role in supporting sustainable business and investment across the Kingdom.