Bangkok (VNA) – Global investment funds are flocking back to the Thai stock market following the decisive victory of the ruling Bhumjaithai Party in the February 8 election, paving the way for policy continuity in the Southeast Asian nation.
According to data compiled by Bloomberg, foreign investors bought a net 531.3 million USD worth of Thai stocks on February 9, the highest level since February 2022. This inflow helped push the benchmark index up 3.5% on the same day, making it the best performer in Southeast Asia.
Citigroup analyst Preenapa Detchsri wrote in a report that the initial results of the Thai election suggest potential stability in the formation of a new coalition government still led by the Bhumjaithai Party. He added that this could facilitate smoother implementation and execution of long-term policies, in contrast to the political changes experienced during the 2023–2025 period.
The Stock Exchange of Thailand Index rose for the second consecutive day after the February 8 election, adding 7.40 points, or 0.53%, to reach 1,412.35 at 12:12 pm.
Kasikornbank led the most active stocks, rising 1.50 THB or 0.77% to 195.50 THB, followed by Advanced Info Service, up 9 THB or 2.41% to 383 THB, and Gulf Development, which gained 0.50 THB or 0.94% to 53.75 THB.
Improved market sentiment and higher gold prices boosted the local currency. The Thai baht climbed for the third consecutive day on February 10, bringing it close to its highest level since 2021./.
