ttb analytics: Baht Risks Weakening in H2 '69, Energy Crisis Eyed

Thansettakij•Economy•16d ago

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ttb analytics predicts the Thai Baht will likely weaken in the latter half of 2026 due to persistent high energy prices and global economic uncertainties, despite easing Middle East tensions.

•ttb analytics forecasts potential weakening of the Thai Baht in the second half of 2026.
•High energy prices and global economic uncertainty are identified as key pressure points.
•Thailand's high energy import dependency and impacts on tourism and transport are highlighted.
•Monetary policy shifts globally, including the end of interest rate cuts, may limit gold's support to the Baht.

Overview

•ttb analytics states the Baht is at risk of further weakening in the second half of 2026.
•High energy prices and global economic uncertainties are identified as significant downward pressures.
•Since clashes in the Middle East in late February 2026, the Baht has weakened by approximately 3.5%.
•Thailand's economy remains vulnerable due to high energy import reliance, affecting tourism and transport due to fuel costs and flight route uncertainties.
•The Ministry of Tourism and Sports has lowered its foreign tourist target for 2026 to 30.07-33.20 million, down from 36.7 million.
•Uncertainty in global monetary policy, with central banks signaling an end to rate cuts and some returning to hikes amidst inflation pressures, will limit gold's upside support.
•ttb recommends businesses and investors with foreign currency debt utilize hedging tools to manage Baht volatility.

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Key Entities

Organization

ttb analytics

A research unit providing economic analysis and forecasts regarding the Thai Baht and economy.

Ministry of Tourism and Sports(กระทรวงการท่องเที่ยวและกีฬา)

Thai government ministry responsible for setting and adjusting tourism targets.

Monetary Policy Committee(กนง.)

The committee responsible for setting Thailand's policy interest rate, whose decisions are awaited by the market.

Place

United States(สหรัฐฯ)ℹ️

A nation involved in geopolitical tensions that impact global energy prices and economic stability relevant to Thailand.

Iran(อิหร่าน)ℹ️

A nation involved in geopolitical tensions that impact global energy prices and economic stability relevant to Thailand.

Law

Section 301

A section of U.S. trade law that can impose import tariffs, potentially affecting Thai exports.