12 Oct 2026 Financial Markets The Baht edged up later in the week while the SET also rose from the previous week คะแนนเฉลี่ย คะแนนเฉลี่ย 5 stars 4 stars 3 stars 2 stars 1 star The Thai stock market closed near last week's level amid selling pressure from foreign investors.The SET Index rose early to midweek, supported by expectations that the Fed would keep its policy rate unchanged at its October meeting, following weaker-than-expected September nonfarm payroll data. Additional support came from easing flood conditions in Bangkok and its vicinity, buying interest in electronic component stocks in line with gains in overseas technology stocks, and purchases of petrochemical and refinery stocks, which benefited from lower global oil prices and news regarding the establishment of a petrochemical joint venture.The SET Index subsequently fell in line with international bourses amid foreign investor selling, as tensions in the Middle East remained elevated following reports that the US was preparing for massive attacks against Iran. This triggered selling across all sectors. In addition, reports that Thai authorities were considering imposing a tax on outbound international travel added further pressure on tourism-related stocks. However, President Donald Trump later stated that the US would not attack Iran for the time being, easing market concerns and helping the Thai stock market rebound toward the end of the week.On Friday, October 9, 2026, the SET closed at 1,577.65 points, up 0.38 percent over-week. The average daily trading value was THB62,654.45 million, down 21.36 percent over-week. The mai closed at 222.23 points, up 0.30 percent over-week.During October 12-16, 2026, KSecurities expects the SET to have support at 1,550 and 1,525 points, but resistance at 1,590 and 1,615 points, respectively. KResearch advises investors to watch key factors, including the gradual release of 3Q-2026 performance results of Thai listed companies, developments in the Middle East, and foreign capital flows. US economic data that warrants close monitoring includes September Existing Home Sales, CPI, PPI, Retail Sales and Industrial Production, plus weekly jobless claims. Other important overseas economic indicators to monitor include China's September economic data such as CPI , PPI and Exports, plus Eurozone's August Industrial Production and September CPI. View full article Login / Register Or Enter the code from the poll Annotation This research paper is published for general public. It is made up of various sources. Trustworthy, but the company can not authenticate. reliability The information may be changed at any time without prior notice. Data users need to be careful about the use of information. The Company will not be liable to any user or person for any damages arising from such use. The information in this report does not constitute an offer. Or advice on business decisions Anyhow. Financial Markets SET Index Related Analysis View all 26 Feb 2018 Financial Markets “The Baht weakened slightly, while the SET closed at near last week’s level.” The Baht fell slightly against the US Dollar. The Baht briefly rose early in the week as the US dollar tumbled on a weak US New Home Sales report and falling US bond yields. However, the Baht reversed those gains and weakened later on the Fed Chairman’s viewpoint toward US overall economic and inflation outlooks that reinforced expectations of further US monetary tightening. However, the Dollar’s upside gains were capped later after the Fed Chairman said that there was yet to be seen any clear picture toward wage increases in the US. In addition, concern toward US trade protectionism weighed on the US Dollar sentiment. ... Read more 0 KB 0 KB 19 Feb 2018 Financial Markets “The Baht weakened, while the SET rebounded to over 1,800 points after some sell-offs.” The Baht weakened against the US Dollar. The Baht fell to mid week amid the US Dollar short-covering ahead of the release of the latest FOMC minutes. The US dollar also gained on the US rate-hike outlook and rising US bond yields. However, the Baht pared some losses somewhat later in the week on investors’ position adjustments. ... Read more 0 KB 0 KB 12 Feb 2018 Financial Markets “The Baht bounced back to over a 4-year high, and the SET rose over 1,800 points.” ... Read more 0 KB 0 KB 5 Feb 2018 Financial Markets “The Baht weakened as the SET faced foreign investor sell-offs throughout the week.” ... Read more 0 KB 0 KB 29 Jan 2018 Financial Markets “The Baht traded in a narrow range, while the SET followed foreign factors.” ... Read more 0 KB 0 KB 22 Jan 2018 Financial Markets “The Baht hit an over 4-year high, while the SET improved late in the week.” ... Read more 0 KB 0 KB View all