Thailand’s SET Index closed at 1,528.43 points, increased 11.74 points or 0.77%, with a trading value of THB 59.21 billion. The analyst stated that the Thai market surged following the rally in the electronics sector, especially DELTA, which raised the index by around 10 points. This was due to the prospect of increasing demand for AI equipment and data centers in the ASEAN region.
However, there were no new supporting factors after the earnings season had passed, while investors had priced in the economic stimulus news.
For tomorrow, the analyst expects the Thai market to move sideways, recommending investors closely monitor Nvidia’s financial reports tonight.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is scheduled to visit the French Republic between May 21–27, 2026. The goal of the visit is to discuss with French leaders, international organizations, the private sector, and Thai delegates in Europe, in accordance with the government’s proactive economic policy.
The People’s Bank of China maintained the 1-year Loan Prime Rate at 3% and the 5-year LPR at 3.5%. This marks the twelfth consecutive month that rates have been held steady, in line with market expectations.
Annual inflation in the United Kingdom eased to 2.8% in April. This marks a decline from the 3.3% rate reported in March and shows price growth slowing faster than many analysts anticipated. A major factor behind the slowdown was the revised energy price cap by the regulator.
