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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.
Thai wage growth slows amid sluggish economy
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 16/12/2025
» Salary increases in Thailand are moderating to average 4.5% across industries and businesses in 2025, slowing from the historical norm of 5%, says international consultancy Deloitte.
Tisco ESU expects more Fed rate cuts
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 29/08/2025
» The Federal Reserve is expected to lower its policy rate by 50 basis points (bps) this year to counter growing weakness in the labour market, followed by another reduction of 25-50 bps next year to avoid the US economy sliding into recession, says Tisco Bank's Economic Strategy Unit (ESU).
Tisco upbeat on outlook for trio of Asian bourses
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 14/01/2025
» Tisco Bank has identified India, Vietnam and Japan as the three standout stock markets to help investors achieve attractive returns amid global trade tensions, particularly once US president-elect Donald Trump takes office next week.
CGSI forecasts stagnant first-half for Thai stock market
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 11/12/2024
» CGS International Securities (Thailand) (CGSI) anticipates Thai stocks will remain lacklustre in the first half of 2025 as investors take a wait-and-see approach to Donald Trump's proposed measures.
Tech rebound supports Asian equities
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/11/2024
» RECAP: Asian equities rose on Friday, with technology stocks in the region rebounding from a selloff that had been prompted by concerns over the revenue outlook for Nvidia Corp.
SET Index seen breaking through 1,500 points in Q4
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 01/10/2024
» Analysts expect the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) Index to break through 1,500 points in the fourth quarter of this year, driven by factors such as global interest rate reductions, pressure on the Bank of Thailand to follow suit, baht appreciation, and rising gold prices. They recommend focusing on five key investment themes, particularly domestic plays and tourism stocks.
Political uncertainties drive stocks down to four-year low
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 11/06/2024
» Thai stocks plunged to a four-year low on Monday as investors fretted over political uncertainties, with the market awaiting the Constitutional Court's decision on the status of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and his cabinet.
Opportunities aplenty
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 31/08/2023
» As the outlook for stock markets globally remains far from rosy, weighed down by fears of recession, continuing high inflation and elevated interest rates, investors are chasing investment options that can offer a sensible return.
Asian markets retreat ahead of Powell speech
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 26/08/2023
» RECAP: A mini-rally on most Asian markets came to a halt yesterday ahead of a keenly awaited speech by US Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell at around 9pm Thailand time, with traders increasingly worried about higher US interest rates.