June 23, 2025

SET Registers 3 New DRs Referencing Hong Kong Stocks and ETFs for Trading

Bangkok: The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has accepted the registration of three new Depositary Receipts (DRs) – ‘BABA23,’ ‘CATL23,’ and ‘HSHD23’ – which reference Hong Kong stocks and Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). These DRs, issued by InnovestX Securities Co., Ltd., are set to commence trading on June 24th. According to Thai News Agency, ‘BABA23’ represents the stock of Alibaba Group

“Pichai” Sets Strategy to Tackle Rising Oil Prices and Thai-Cambodian Relations

Bangkok: Mr. Pichai Chunhavajira, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, is gearing up to address the impact of rising oil prices and the ongoing issues between Thailand and Cambodia. He has indicated potential use of oil reserves to alleviate financial pressures and is closely monitoring capital movement, while introducing measures to assist with the Thai-Cambodian situation. According to Thai

Middle East Conflict and Potential Hormuz Strait Closure Threaten Thai Economy

Bangkok: The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, with potential implications for the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, poses a significant threat to the Thai economy and trade. The Office of the Higher Education Commission (OHEC) has been closely analyzing these developments, indicating the likelihood of intensified hostilities in the region. According to Thai News Agency, since June 13,

Thai Stock Market Declines Amid Middle East Tensions and Domestic Uncertainty

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed down 4.85 points today. The Stock Exchange of Thailand ended at 1,062.78 points, marking a decrease of 4.85 points, equivalent to a 0.45% drop. The trading value was recorded at 32,506.99 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, analysts attributed the downward adjustment in the Thai stock market to escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly

Muang Thai Life Assurance Marks 11th Year of Muang Thai Smile Foundation with Eyeglass Donation to Elderly

Bangkok: Muang Thai Life Assurance celebrates the 11th anniversary of the Muang Thai Smile Foundation by donating 1,111 pairs of eyeglasses to the elderly. Muang Thai Life Assurance, together with the Muang Thai Yim Foundation, continue their social mission by donating these eyeglasses to the Department of Older Persons, Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, to improve the quality

Thai Stocks Decline Amid Global Tensions, Finance Minister Remains Optimistic

Bangkok: Thai stocks fell more than 10 points but stayed above the crucial 1,050 mark, even as the Stock Exchange of Thailand introduced measures to manage market volatility. The Finance Minister is monitoring the Middle East situation closely, expressing confidence in the resilience of Thailand’s capital market. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Mr.

SET Director Confirms No Market Intervention

Bangkok: The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) manager has stated that the temporary adjustment of the Ceiling and Floor and Dynamic Price Band criteria is adequate for the current situation and can be cancelled if conditions improve. He emphasized that the actions were not an intervention in the market but a means to protect investors. According to Thai News Agency,

Prime Minister Reiterates Commitment to Medical Cannabis Only

Bangkok: The Prime Minister reiterated the government’s position on “medical cannabis” only and declined to answer media questions about expanding the drug case to networks in Cambodia. According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra addressed the government’s stance on free cannabis following a call from Prachachat Party MP Sukarno Matha to return cannabis and kratom to narcotics status.