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Market Status: ⚖️ Stable / Minor Correction | Today’s Focus: Gold Holds Strong Above $5,180

Cambodia Gold Price and Daily Market Report – February 27, 2026

After a week of rapid gains, the market is taking a “breather” today. While global gold prices saw a tiny dip in early trading due to profit-taking in international hubs like Delhi and New York, the local demand in Phnom Penh remains high, keeping prices steady.

1. Official Exchange Rates

February 27, 2026 – NBC Official Rate: 1 USD = 4,010 KHR

The Riel continues its week-long trend of gradual strengthening, moving from 4,011 yesterday to 4,010 today.

Currency	Symbol	Unit	Buying (KHR)	Selling (KHR)
US Dollar	USD/KHR	1	4,008	4,010
European Euro	EUR/KHR	1	4,390	4,415
Thai Baht	THB/KHR	1	115	118
Vietnamese Dong	VND/KHR	100	15.80	16.20
Chinese Yuan	CNY/KHR	1	582	588

2. Gold Price Update (Phnom Penh)

Despite a global “spot” price dip to around $5,182/oz, local premiums remain firm. We are seeing a very slight correction of -$5 per damlung from yesterday’s highs.

ប្រភេទមាស	ទម្ងន់	តម្លៃទិញ	តម្លៃលក់	ការប្រែប្រួល
24K Gold (99.9%)	១ តម្លឹង	$6,175	$6,190	🔴 -$5
24K Gold (99.9%)	១ ជី	$617.50	$619.00	🔴 -$0.50
18K Gold (75%)	១ តម្លឹង	$4,630	$4,645	🔴 -$5
18K Gold (75%)	១ ជី	$463.00	$464.50	🔴 -$0.50

3. Quick Conversion Table

Planning a purchase today? Here is the cost for common weights:

5 Chi (Half Damlung): $3,095.00
3 Chi: $1,857.00
1 Chi: $619.00
5 Hun (Half Chi): $309.50

4. Market Analysis: “A Healthy Respite”

Why the dip? After gold jumped +$25 earlier this week, many international traders sold off small portions to “lock in” their profits. This is a normal market cycle.
The Forecast: Analysts from JPMorgan and MKS PAMP have recently upgraded their 2026 targets, suggesting gold could still hit $6,300 later this year.
Sakmai Strategy: Today’s minor drop of $5 is a buying opportunity. In a bull market, you want to buy on the “red days” (when the price is slightly down) rather than chasing the “green days.”

Sakmai’s Verdict: “Accumulate on the Dip”

Today is not a day for panic; it is a day for preparation. The KHR is strong at 4,010 and gold has dropped slightly—this combination makes it one of the most cost-effective days this week to move your cash into physical assets.

Our Recommendation: If you were waiting for a sign to buy, this $5 discount is a “healthy entry point.” Don’t wait for a major crash that may not come; the long-term trend for 2026 remains Bullish.

FAQ for February 27

1. Is the $5 drop a sign that the gold bubble is bursting?

No. A $5 move on a $6,000+ asset is less than 0.1%. It is simply market “noise” and profit-taking by short-term traders.

2. Should I pay in KHR or USD today?

With the NBC rate at 4,010, the Riel is strong. If a shop offers you an exchange rate of 4,050 or higher, you are better off paying in USD to save money.

3. What is the best gold to buy for a 1-year investment?

Always 24K (99.9%). While 18K is beautiful for jewelry, the “spread” (the difference between buying and selling) is much wider, making it harder to profit quickly.