Bavet belongs to one of the poorest provincesof Cambodia. Bavet is one of the 'special economic zones' (SEZ) of Cambodia and there were established textile industries and bicycles factories. However the most evident economic activity of Bavet are the casinos. There are about 10–12 (from small to big size) casinos and 6 to 7 developing areas set up by foreign investors. The city is in a growing state.