Baht to remain volatile despite foreign fund flows
Photo Credit: 123RF Positive domestic sentiment and renewed foreign capital inflows have supported the baht’s recent appreciation against the US dollar, but the currency is expected to remain highly volatile…
World Bank Cuts Thailand 2026 GDP Growth Forecast to 1.6%
The World Bank has lowered its forecast for Thailand’s economic growth in 2026 to 1.6%, citing weaker global trade, persistently high household debt and a slower-than-expected recovery in tourism. The…
China Instructs Banks to Limit US Treasury Holdings Amid Market Risks
China has advised domestic banks to curb their exposure to US Treasuries amid concerns over market volatility, as the country’s holdings fall to their lowest level in 18 years, according…
Political Clarity Boosts Thai Bourse as Turnover Surpasses 102bn Baht
Thailand’s stock market surged on February 9, 2026, with the SET Index jumping 46.88 points or 3.46% to close at 1,400.89, as election results eased concerns over a political vacuum.…
Thai Gold Falls THB 1,300 Amid Global Market Turbulence
Thai gold prices plunged sharply on February 6, falling THB 1,300 per baht from the previous close, as global precious metals markets faced heavy volatility. The Gold Traders Association reported…
Gold, Silver Bounce Strongly After Recent Slide
Gold jumped more than 5% and silver nearly 5% after suffering heavy losses in the previous two trading sessions, as investors returned to the market on the back of strong…
BOI Reports Japanese Investment Applications Jump 146% to 119 Billion Baht
Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) reported a sharp rise in Japanese investment interest in 2025, with applications surging 146% year-on-year to a total value of 119 billion baht. The increase…
US Tightens Currency Rules, Thailand on Watchlist
Photo Credit: Somchai Poomlard The US Treasury has broadened how it monitors foreign exchange practices, saying it will now scrutinize not only efforts to weaken currencies against the dollar but…
Small-Business Support Expected to Generate at Least B260bn
Photo Credit: Business Idea Government initiatives to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are expected to inject at least 260 billion baht into the economy this year, according to the…
Bank of Thailand Flags Irregular Withdrawals, Biggest Reaches B250m
Photo Credit: Bangkok Post The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has flagged a series of unusually large cash withdrawals — the biggest exceeding 250 million baht — prompting closer scrutiny and…