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Thailand's Economy Surges 2.5%, Growth Outlook Upgraded

2/17/2026

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Thailand's economy grew 2.5% in the fourth quarter of 2025, driven by stronger domestic demand and investment, and the National Economic and Social Development Council raised its 2026 growth outlook to 1.5%–2.5% from 1.2%–2.2%.
Quarter-on-quarter, the economy expanded by 1.9%, the highest growth rate in four years.
Following the data release, the SET Index rose to its highest level since December 2024.

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Thailand's economy grew 2.5% in the fourth quarter of 2025, driven by stronger domestic demand and investment, and the National Economic and Social Development Council raised its 2026 growth outlook to 1.5%–2.5% from 1.2%–2.2%.
Quarter-on-quarter, the economy expanded by 1.9%, the highest growth rate in four years.
Following the data release, the SET Index rose to its highest level since December 2024.