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Appeal for energy reforms as oil prices still fluctuate

Global crude oil prices remain highly volatile due to geopolitical factors, underscoring the need for Thailand to urgently address its structural weaknesses, says Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.

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Fed split clouds rate forecasts

The Federal Reserve's latest moves have reinforced expectations that borrowing costs may remain stable throughout the second half of 2026, though a sharp divide among policymakers highlights the ongoing uncertainty surrounding inflation and the future path of monetary policy, pundits say.

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Stimulus with strings attached

During the Bhumjaithai Party election campaign, party leader Anutin Charnvirakul coined a viral phrase upon becoming premier: "I will make my fellow citizens cry out, 'Enough, enough -- we're too rich. We can't handle it anymore!'"

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Thailand likely to avoid interest rate hike

The Bank of Thailand is expected to keep interest rates steady as the nation lacks significant inflationary pressure, even as some regional central banks hiked rates to cope with rising prices.

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Stock investor mood improves slightly

Investor confidence in the Thai stock market rose slightly in June, buoyed by hopes of a smooth formation of a new government and continued recovery in tourism and the economy, a capital markets group said on Thursday.

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Investor confidence takes a nosedive

The investor confidence index retreated to bearish territory for the first time in eight months in May as political conflicts and an economic slowdown undermined sentiment, suppressing the positive impact of a tourism recovery, says the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (Fetco).

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Stock investor sentiment at 8-month low

Uncertainty over the formation of a new government has dragged investor confidence in the country’s stock market to an eight-month low, a capital markets group said on Wednesday.

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Practice what you preach

Political parties promised several populist pledges for the general election to entice voters, including a controversial 10,000-baht handout via digital wallets to those aged 16 and over; a hike in minimum daily wages to 600 baht; an increase of minimum monthly salaries for university graduates to 25,000 baht; debt suspension…

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US interest rates may stabilise for the year

Local economists say it is possible the Federal Reserve will hold interest rates steady for one year if US inflation and the labour market remain strong.

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Fetco warns of post-election instability

The upcoming general election could dampen investor confidence if the victorious parties fail to form a new government, according to the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (Fetco).

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US banks on edge after rate hike

Economists warn that two more US banks are on the verge of collapse after the Federal Reserve lifted its key interest rates by 0.25% this week, prompting stock prices of American lenders to drop sharply after the hike.

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Key Asian bourses dip amid US concerns

Major Asian stock exchanges sank on Wednesday on renewed investor concerns that a softening US economy and troubles with that country's regional lenders could slow Asia's growth.

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March investor confidence in neutral zone

The Fetco Investor Confidence Index (Fetco ICI) in March moved down to the "neutral" zone, according to the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (Fetco).

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Asian bourses dip on rate hike hint

Asian stocks tumbled on Wednesday as regional currencies weakened following comments overnight by Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell that raise the possibility the US central bank would resume large-scale interest rate hikes to tame sticky inflation.

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Analysts see potential in Thai capital market as Asean hub

The Thai capital market has good potential to develop and remain a regional leader amidst global challenges and rapid changes in financial markets, say analysts.

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Investor confidence bullish despite risks

The investor confidence index (ICI) remained in the bullish zone last month, thanks to expected gains from China's reopening and a substantial growth in profit for Thai listed companies, says the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (Fetco).

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TAT sees Chinese tourists returning soon

Outbound tourism from China is expected to restart during the Chinese New Year in late January 2023 as Beijing gradually lifts Covid-19 restrictions, aiding tourism-related stocks and the overall travel sector in Thailand, say industry operators.

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Investor optimism returns amid tourism recovery

The Investor Confidence Index (ICI) returned to the bullish zone last month amid optimism over the recovery of tourism and the domestic economy, but uncertainties related to US interest rate policy and global Covid-19 infections are still weighing on the outlook.

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Fetco says country likely to avoid a recession

The Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (Fetco) predicts that global and domestic inflation will begin to fall this year, while global interest rates will peak next year and start to decline in 2024.

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Fetco chief condemns Fed policy of 'misguided' hikes

The global economy is on the verge of falling into recession next year as countries have taken the wrong currency management path in response to the US Federal Reserve's aggressive policy rate hikes, a Thai economist warns.

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Confidence turns bearish

Investor confidence has turned bearish for equities in the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) because of increasing concern over tightening monetary policy by the US, rising capital outflows and intensifying geopolitical conflicts, according to a recent survey.

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Economists urge caution for gloomy 2023

Thailand needs to prepare for global economic difficulties as they will intensify next year, according to economists.

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Economy set to expand despite global recession

Thailand is expected to eke out annual economic growth of about 3% over the next two years despite a looming global recession, says Bangkok Bank economist Kobsak Pootrakool.

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Fetco warns of coming crisis as economic risks increase

Emerging markets could slip into financial and economic crisis over the next 1-3 years amid frequent US interest rate increases, the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (Fetco) said on Wednesday, warning investors to exercise caution as risks emerge.

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Investors fret over Fed move, geopolitical risks

Rising geopolitical tensions and the hawkish stance of the US Federal Reserve (Fed) remain major concerns for investors over the next three months, said the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (Fetco).

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