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Thai indicators set for improvement in 2026
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 04/02/2026
» Analysts believe the Thai economy has passed its cyclical low, with a gradual U-shaped recovery likely in 2026, supported by improving global conditions, a rebound in tourism and faster government spending.
Election volatility to hit Thai stock market
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 25/12/2025
» Thailand's stock market is likely to face a volatile year in 2026 as political uncertainty surrounds the upcoming general election, raising concerns over a potential policy vacuum that would weigh on economic momentum and investor sentiment, according to Bualuang Securities (BLS).
Local market bullish on likely Fed rate cut
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 17/09/2025
» Thai equities are expected to rise further after the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) bounced back to break the key psychological level of 1,300 points on expectations the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates at its meeting this week, coupled with signs of easing global trade tensions.
Tourism stimulus 'likely a damp squib', says stock brokerage
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/05/2025
» The recently approved tourism stimulus is unlikely to have a significant impact on the stagnant sector during the low season given the limited budget allocation, although aviation and hospitality stocks may benefit in the short term, says Daol Securities.
Listed Thai companies set for earnings plunge in 1st half
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 22/05/2025
» Analysts expect listed companies' earnings to drop 6% year-on-year in the first half of 2025 amid global trade tensions and tourism weakness, with serious headwinds expected this quarter and next.
Trade war to restrain Thai stocks in Q2
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 12/05/2025
» Thai equities have limited upside in the second quarter amid prolonged global trade tensions, while the gold outlook has turned cautious, according to brokerages.
Pundits warn of earnings downturn amid trade war
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 28/04/2025
» The first-quarter net profits of listed Thai companies are projected to decline 13% year-on-year, but grow 16% quarter-on-quarter, according to analysts who warn an earnings downgrade is on the horizon given the trade war.
SET and gold rise as Fed holds steady
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 21/03/2025
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index rebounded for a third consecutive day to briefly touch 1,200 points on Thursday, as gold continued its surge to a fresh record high after the Federal Reserve held interest rates at 4.25-4.50% as expected.
Looking for winners
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 11/11/2024
» The tax-deductible fund shopping season is here. Many people are looking for both healthy returns and tax incentives to help compensate for their expenses.
Corporate bond issuance stymied amid wait for lower rates
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 09/10/2024
» The value of new corporate bonds dropped 14% during the first nine months of this year to 704 billion baht as market conditions were cool to fundraising, with bond issuers waiting for interest rate reductions, according to the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).