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Thai stocks decline again despite US rate hike pause

Domestic political uncertainties continue to weigh on the Thai stock market, with the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index sliding further yesterday, ignoring the pause in US interest rate hikes and Beijing's fresh rate cut.

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The eternal joust over rate hikes

Some industry leaders are concerned about higher interest rates affecting businesses, especially small ones, in addition to weakening the purchasing power of homebuyers.

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Playing the waiting game

Before May 14, many investors and analysts were hopeful that the general election could reverse the "sell in May" phenomenon, which refers to the Thai bourse traditionally underperforming during the hot, dry months.

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SCB CIO sees limited impact from stimulus steps

The potential impact of the new government's stimulus measures on the economy is likely to be limited, while the stock market has already factored in risks related to political issues, says the SCB Chief Investment Office (SCB CIO).

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US interest rates may stabilise for the year

Local economists say it is possible the Federal Reserve will hold interest rates steady for one year if US inflation and the labour market remain strong.

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Asian stocks fall amid fears of recession

The Stock Exchange of Thailand slipped on Monday with Asian bourses broadly down, as investors trimmed risks following a drop in US equity futures, while analysts raised concerns about financial sector stress, saying recession fears are growing.

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Markets spooked by Deutsche Bank

Analysts have raised concerns about the growing risk of a Deutsche Bank collapse, reigniting fears about a widening banking crisis, though they said the potential impact on the Thai banking sector would be limited.

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War economy

The world's economy and businesses have suffered from the Russia-Ukraine war over the past year, hamstrung by high energy prices, inflationary pressure and logistics disruptions.

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ESG investors warned of greenwashing dangers

Greenwashing has become a challenge for environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) investment, says the SCB Chief Investment Office (CIO), which is advising investors to consider ESG ratings before allocating funds.

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Evaluating the China effect

One-third of the world economy may slide into a recession this year, but the outlook for China remains more murky.

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Beijing poised to loosen monetary policy in H1

China is expected to ease its monetary policy in the first half this year following the country's recent reopening for cross-border travel as Beijing continues to stimulate domestic consumption and support vulnerable businesses, says SCB Chief Investment Office (SCB CIO).

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