Thailand’s SET Index closed at 1,173.37 points, decreased 6.44 points or 0.55% with a trading value of THB 38.56 billion. The analyst stated that the Thai market is still lacking new supporting factors, and investors are concerned over political crises ahead of the 2026 budgetary discussion at the parliament next week. Meanwhile, the Thai economy continues to slow down after the ‘Digital Wallet’ cash handout program was postponed.
For tomorrow, the analyst suggests investors closely monitor overseas factors, potentially helping bolster energy stocks.
Thailand’s commerce minister, Pichai Naripthaphan, clarified that the baht’s exchange rate will not be included in trade negotiations with the United States, citing the currency’s current strength.
Japan’s government issued a more cautious view on the state of the global economy, reflecting increasing concern over the broad impact of ongoing trade measures from the United States.
