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Liquidity pressures rise in Thai bond market
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 04/04/2026
» The corporate bond market faces a critical test this year, as heightened refinancing risks amid a slowing economy and escalating geopolitical tensions threaten roughly 687 billion baht in bonds set to mature over the remaining three quarters, according to the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).
Selective strategies key amid energy price surge
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 01/04/2026
» Thailand's equity market is bracing for renewed cost pressures as energy prices surge, echoing patterns seen during earlier stages of the Russia-Ukraine war, with analysts urging selective positioning amid rising inflation risks, says Bualuang Securities (BLS).
Cautious investments urged amid chaos of Mideast war
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 31/03/2026
» Investors are being advised to raise cash positions amid heightened volatility in the Middle East, says InnovestX Securities, warning that a prolonged conflict could materially weaken Thailand's economic outlook while amplifying fiscal and financial risks.
Bangkok Life takes more defensive approach
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 31/03/2026
» Bangkok Life Assurance (BLA) is reassessing its business outlook and adopting a more defensive strategy to navigate rising uncertainty as escalating tensions in the Middle East are beginning to ripple through the global economy and Thailand's financial sector.
Traders advise Bitcoin bounce may constitute a 'bull trap'
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 30/03/2026
» Investors are advised to exercise caution with Bitcoin, as analysts warn a sharp price rebound amid escalating geopolitical tensions may be driven more by short-term market dynamics than by a sustainable shift in fundamentals.
Strategy calls for hub luring wealth capital
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 28/03/2026
» The Association of Investment Management Companies (AIMC) is advancing a proposal to establish a private trust framework and related asset management legislation, aiming to position Thailand as a regional hub for wealth capital, particularly from the Middle East amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.
Middle East war results in uneven impact across sectors
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 27/03/2026
» The ongoing Middle East conflict is emerging as a key risk to Thailand's equity market, but its impact on corporate earnings is uneven, creating both winners and losers across sectors, according to Bualuang Securities (BLS).
UOBAM bullish on Thai equities
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 25/03/2026
» UOB Asset Management (Thailand) has expressed optimism about Thai equities despite short-term pressures from geopolitical tensions and higher energy costs, saying that economic recovery, returning foreign investment and improved political stability should support market growth.
Tris says war poses downside risks to growth
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 24/03/2026
» Thailand's economic outlook for 2026 is facing growing downside risks as escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, threaten global oil supply and domestic stability, according to Tris Rating.
War impact likely to unfold in phases
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 16/03/2026
» Thailand's economy and equity market could face mounting pressure if tensions between the US-Israel alliance and Iran escalate, with risks evolving from short-term financial market volatility to a deeper economic slowdown, says InnovestX Securities.