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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).
Analysts expect crypto bull market to persist
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 03/11/2025
» Renewed US-China trade tensions sparked a massive sell-off in the crypto market last month, with Bitcoin plunging from US$122,000 to $107,000 at one point, but analysts are referring to it as a "deep but temporary" reset, adding the bull cycle is not over yet.
Global investors fear missing the trends
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 20/10/2025
» Global investors appear to be in a "fear of missing out" (FOMO) mode, with strong buying momentum continuing to flow into gold and trendy equities worldwide, despite heightened risks from renewed US-China trade tensions and political uncertainty in the US.
Asian stocks track bank-led losses on Wall Street
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 18/10/2025
» RECAP: Asian stocks tracked losses on Wall Street yesterday, as worries about credit quality led to a rout in US regional banking shares. Concerns about trade tensions, a possible tech bubble and the US government shutdown also persisted.
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.
Bitcoin makes headway as global asset
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 06/06/2025
» Global demand for Bitcoin has continued to rise as international and Thai corporations begin adding the cryptocurrency to their balance sheets, strengthening its role as a long-term investment asset, say advocates.
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.
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.