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High-frequency trading taking hold in Thailand
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 16/04/2026
» Thailand's capital market cannot insulate itself from the global rise of high-frequency trading (HFT), which has become an integral part of modern financial markets worldwide, says Pichet Sithi-Amnuai, chairman of the Association of Thai Securities Companies (Asco).
Capital markets to undergo reforms to boost activity
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 03/04/2026
» Thailand's capital market regulators are preparing to roll out a series of major reforms following this week's formation of a new government, aiming to revitalise market activity, attract new-economy businesses, and strengthen long-term investor confidence.
Executive publishes warning for the SET
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 22/01/2026
» Thailand's stock market is edging dangerously close to a critical point, underscoring the urgent need to restore investor confidence and market liquidity, notes the chief of the Investment Analysts Association (IAA), calling for swift and decisive support from the government.
EV insurance demand surges amid expensive claims
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 29/12/2025
» Thailand's electric vehicle (EV) insurance market is expanding at an unprecedented pace, tracking rapid growth in EV sales dominated by Chinese brands, which have overtaken Japanese automakers in market share.
Group expects non-life sector to maintain growth
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 24/12/2025
» The non-life insurance industry is projected to maintain steady growth in 2026, with written premiums surging 2.5-3.5% to 303 billion baht despite rising risks from climate change, technology disruption and global economic uncertainties, says the Thai General Insurance Association (TGIA).
Maybank aims to double profit by 2030
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 24/09/2025
» Maybank Securities (Thailand) has set an ambitious goal to double its profit to 1 billion baht by 2030, supported by an expansion of its retail business, activation of private fund operations and a shift to become a comprehensive financial partner rather than a transaction-driven broker.
Non-life growth seen falling short
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/09/2025
» The non-life insurance industry's rate of growth is projected to fall below expectations at only 2.5% this year, but stronger expansion could be seen next year, driven by economic stimulus under the new government and increased consumer and business spending following the upcoming election.
Krungsri cuts SET outlook to 1,418
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 11/06/2025
» Krungsri Research has lowered its year-end Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index target to 1,418 points from a previous forecast of 1,660, reflecting a more conservative view of Thailand's economy, lower corporate earnings than expected, and global trade-related risks.
Call for caution amid market volatility
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/04/2025
» The Thai Financial Planners Association (TFPA) advises investors to adjust their portfolios during market volatility over the next 3-6 months by reducing exposure to high-risk assets, increasing holdings in high-liquidity assets, and favouring Chinese equities over US stocks.
SET's new measures fail to rally bourse
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 21/02/2025
» The recently announced measures by the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) to curb short selling and high-frequency trading failed to lift the bourse on Thursday, but analysts say they should help to reduce price volatility.