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Life segment forecasts watershed year in 2026
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 20/02/2026
» Thailand's life insurance industry is on track for a milestone year, with total premiums for both life and non-life projected to exceed 1 trillion baht for the first time, driven by strong growth in health and critical illness coverage despite lingering economic headwinds.
Thai capital market aligns with climate vows
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 19/02/2026
» Leading capital market institutions in Thailand say they will ensure listed companies meet nationally determined contributions (NDCs) on greenhouse gas reduction, starting this year with firms in the SET100 index.
More firms join SETCarbon platform
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 19/02/2026
» Thailand is accelerating efforts to incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations and orchestrating a climate transition, which are rapidly reshaping capital markets and prompting the Stock Exchange of Thailand to expand banking alliances to strengthen sustainable finance access for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Strategy aims to restore appeal of SET
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 10/02/2026
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has rolled out an aggressive strategy to restore the appeal of Thai equities, as the market faces shrinking liquidity, intensifying regional competition and persistent concerns among both domestic and foreign investors.
Infrastructure key for Thai growth
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 09/02/2026
» Short-term economic stimulus measures introduced by the next government are expected to provide temporary relief, though sustainable growth will depend on continued infrastructure investment and policies that encourage long-term savings, says InnovestX Securities.
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).
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.
Trump's Fed nominee sparks global sell-off
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 03/02/2026
» Market participants continue to view gold prices as being in a long-term uptrend, despite recent volatility triggered by US President Donald Trump's confirmation of Kevin Warsh as his nominee for the next Federal Reserve chair.
Structural shift in capital expected
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 29/01/2026
» Thailand's capital market is set to undergo a structural transformation over 2-3 years, as global conflicts, capital flows and technological shifts redefine investment opportunities and risks, says the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (Fetco).
Finnomena bullish on local equities
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 28/01/2026
» Finnomena, a Thai investment advisory firm, has turned bullish on Thai equities for the first time in nearly a decade, projecting the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index could reach 1,500 points, supported by improving domestic fundamentals, stabilising capital flows and a shift in global investor appetite towards emerging markets.