Thailand’s SET Index closed at 1,496.31 points, increasing by 23.24 points or 1.58%, with a trading value of THB 70.81 billion. The analyst stated that the Thai stock market sharply surged along with regional markets’ trend, as crude prices declined while DELTA recorded a noticeable gain.
The Thai Cabinet has approved regulatory guidelines for data centers, which bolstered the industrial estate and power plant sectors. Additionally, speculative buying of 3Q26 earnings in selected stocks also contributed to today’s rally.
For tomorrow, the analyst expects the Thai market to trade sideways-up, recommending investors closely monitor the U.S. CPI report later tonight.
The Thai Cabinet has officially approved regulatory guidelines for data centers, with the primary objectives of reassuring the public and clarifying investment procedures for data center operators.
The regulations aim to provide greater transparency for data center investments, while also establishing minimum standards to ensure that operations do not negatively impact local communities and the environment.
Thailand’s economic expansion is projected to gain momentum in 2027 as temporary trade headwinds clear and recent capital investments begin generating industrial output, according to a report by UBS Research.
Thailand’s GDP is forecast to grow by 2.8% in 2027, accelerating from an estimated 2.3% in 2026 and exceeding broader market consensus. This acceleration positions Thailand alongside the Philippines as one of the few Southeast Asian economies expected to experience strengthening growth next year.
President Donald Trump said the conflict with Iran was close to being finished and dismissed concerns that Washington planned to broaden military action after the midterm elections. Speaking at the White House, he said Israel and U.S. partners in the Gulf had sufficient protection from Tehran and that a further escalation was unnecessary.
