"If the problems are not addressed seriously and promptly, the consequences could extend beyond the capital market and threaten the long-term sustainability of Thailand's economic system," he said. The SET ranked among the world's worst performers in 2025, when only six stock markets globally posted negative returns. They require a strong and functioning capital market as a primary source of funding." While the Thai stock market still has hope, he said it was unlikely to recover on its own without strong and credible government support. The other recommendation is reviving liquidity, starting with domestic investors, as liquidity has declined due to foreign selling and capital outflows.

Source: Bangkok Post January 21, 2026 23:24 UTC