Thailand Business Sentiment Turns Positive đ
Thailand's business confidence indicator improved in March 2025, with rising optimism in exports, production, and performance, despite a slight decline in three-month expected business sentiment.
Moderate positive economic signals with potential implications for emerging markets and regional economic sentiment
Thailand Calls for U.S. Tariff Talks After Surprise 36% Levy đ
Thailand plans to negotiate with the U.S. on new import tariffs after President Trump announced sweeping duties, with Thai officials noting the 36% rate is higher than expected and could significantly impact trade relations.
Potential trade disruption for emerging markets and global trade dynamics, with implications for international market sentiment and export-oriented economies
Thailand Manufacturing PMI Shows Mild Contraction đ
Thailand's manufacturing sector experienced a marginal contraction in March 2025, with declining new orders, export orders, employment, and input/output prices, despite maintaining positive business sentiment.
Weak manufacturing indicators suggest potential economic slowdown, which could impact broader market indices and emerging market investments
Thailand Private Investment Drops 1.9% in February đ
Thailand's private investment declined 1.9% in February 2025, with significant drops in machinery, vehicle, and construction sectors due to lower capital goods imports and weak market conditions.
Signals potential economic slowdown in Southeast Asian markets, which could impact emerging market and regional investment strategies
Thailand Current Account Surplus Largest Since 2020 đ
Thailand's current account surplus significantly expanded to USD 5.5 billion in February 2025, driven by strong export growth of 13.9% and a substantial increase in trade surplus.
Strong macroeconomic indicators suggest robust economic performance, potentially benefiting emerging market and regional investment strategies
Thailand Retail Sales Fall for 1st Time in 10 Months âšī¸
Thailand's retail sales declined by 1.0% year-on-year in January 2024, marking the first retail activity drop since March, with significant decreases in sales of other goods and slower growth in non-durable and durable goods categories.
Limited direct impact on global portfolio due to localized market data and minimal exposure to Thai markets
Thailand Personal Spending Up 0.9% in February âšī¸
Thailand's personal consumption grew 0.9% in February 2025, with non-durable goods driving growth, but experiencing declines in services and durable goods due to reduced tourist numbers and weak consumer confidence.
Limited direct impact on global portfolio due to localized economic indicators and modest consumption growth, with minor market relevance