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Sentiment improving, but watch for political risk
Business, Published on 06/12/2025
» Global stock markets have rebounded as the market predicts an 80% likelihood the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates at its Dec 9-10 meeting, up from less than 40% earlier.
Easing tensions bolster outlook
Business, Published on 01/11/2025
» Global investor sentiment has improved following an easing of US-China trade tensions after talks on Wednesday between presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. The 10% reduction of the "fentanyl tariff" on Chinese goods is good news for Beijing as well as US consumers.
Global, regional outlooks rise in October
Business, Published on 04/10/2025
» Global Market: We expect the global equity market will perform well in October due to the resumption of the US Federal Reserve rate-cutting cycle (twice this year and once each in 2026 and 2027), the easing of trade war concerns, lower geopolitical risks and a global economic recovery.
Tariffs shift Thai business priorities
Business, Published on 29/08/2025
» A wide range of Thai industries face significant challenges from US tariffs, with prolonged economic impacts unfolding gradually.
UOB helps push towards low carbon economy
Business, Published on 06/08/2024
» Large corporations in Thailand have made clear progress towards reducing their carbon footprint in support of the nation's efforts towards a low carbon economy.
Supporting Thailand's transition to a low-carbon society
Business, Published on 02/07/2024
» Record-breaking heatwaves in the summer and flash floods during monsoon season are expected to become the "new normal" as Thailand adjusts to extreme weather.
Thai M&A set to surge
Business, Published on 02/05/2023
» Thailand's merger and acquisition (M&A) volume and value should improve in the second half of 2023, according to PwC Thailand, after many businesses paused M&A activities because of economic conditions, inflation and geopolitical risks.
Avoid stocks negatively affected by rate hikes
Business, Published on 08/10/2022
» We expect the SET Index to continue to be volatile given the higher global recession risk, as many central banks are expected to keep raising interest rates to fight inflation. Adding to the negative factors, the US dollar continues to strengthen against other currencies and the prolonged Russia-Ukraine war has taken a toll on energy markets.
Look for stocks with a strong growth outlook
Business, Published on 06/08/2022
» The SET Index will probably remain volatile as the impact of the recent interest-rate increase by the US Federal Reserve may take a back seat to rising concerns about recession risk as numerous countries -- expected to be joined by Thailand next week -- tighten monetary policy.
Focus on stocks linked to economic recovery
Business, Published on 04/06/2022
» The roller-coaster ride for the SET is expected to continue on the back of both domestic and overseas factors. Russia's war on Ukraine is becoming protracted, while the next Federal Reserve meeting in mid-June has investors on edge given hawkish comments favouring a 50-basis-point rate increase.