Asian shares retreat ahead of Lunar New Year breakRECAP: Asian equities pulled back from record highs yesterday as traders locked in gains and pared positions ahead of a week-long holiday in Chinese markets. Foreign investors were net buyers of 32.93 billion baht, followed by institutional investors at 3.29 billion and brokerage firms at 1.43 billion. Thai investors cheered the prospect of political stability after the Bhumjaithai Party scored a convincing win in the Feb 8 election. The World Bank lowered its 2026 Thailand GDP growth forecast to 1.6% from 1.8%, citing a global trade slowdown, high household debt and a sluggish tourism recovery. However, if fourth-quarter Thai GDP is weaker than expected, it could dim market sentiment.

Source: Bangkok Post February 14, 2026 00:34 UTC