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SET on course for strong growth in 2026
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 04/02/2026
» Renewed capital inflows into Thai equities are expected this year, potentially lifting the SET index to 1,350 points and delivering double-digit returns for the first time in several years, as global investors trim their exposure to the US dollar to hedge against rising geopolitical risks, according to Tisco Asset Management (AM).
Bond market steady, but risks remain
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 08/01/2026
» Thailand's bond market is expected to remain stable in 2026, with corporate bond issuance projected at 900 billion baht, reflecting corporates' reliance on the debt market amid subdued economic growth and expectations of easing interest rates, says the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).
Crowdfunding industry sees steep contraction in first half
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 19/08/2025
» Thailand's crowdfunding industry faced a steep contraction in the first half of 2025, with fundraising volumes plunging 60% year-on-year to 733 million baht, amid tightening liquidity and rising non-performing loans (NPLs), according to crowdfunding provider Investree.
ThaiBMA reveals growing trend of bond defaults, delays
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 07/07/2025
» The Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA) has revealed a growing trend of bond payment defaults and delays in 2025, particularly among small-cap issuers facing liquidity challenges due to Thailand's economic slowdown.
Analysts see Bitcoin at $100,000 soon
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 08/05/2025
» Crypto analysts expect Bitcoin to soar to US$100,000, even if the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) keeps interest rates unchanged at its meeting this week, based on strong institutional buying of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
Corporate bond issuance estimated at B850-900bn
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 08/04/2025
» The Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA) projects the value of corporate bond issuance will range between 850-900 billion baht in 2025, similar to the previous year, amid the economic slowdown and impacts from the recent earthquake.
Corporate bond issuance flat this year
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 10/01/2025
» Thai corporate bond issuance this year is projected to tally 850-900 billion baht, on par with last year, though the market continues to face risk from defaults and debt deferrals amid economic uncertainty, says the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).
SEC seeks opinion on adopting stricter margin loan rules
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 07/01/2025
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is tightening the criteria for margin loans, aiming to strengthen risk management among securities companies and reduce price volatility in the securities market.
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).
Caution urged on foreign pawning
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 25/09/2024
» Stock market regulators are warning executives and major shareholders of listed companies to be careful about pawning their shares to foreign funds, saying it could results in losses and damage market confidence.