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>>UOB reports that cost‑push forces continue to drive Thailand’s inflation while the BoT keeps rates unchanged.

UOB reports that cost‑push forces continue to drive Thailand’s inflation while the BoT keeps rates unchanged.

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Cost‑Push Inflation Dominates

UOB reports Thailand’s headline inflation is driven chiefly by higher energy, food prices and supply‑chain disruptions, not by excess demand. These cost‑push factors lie outside the Bank of Thailand’s direct control. Because they are not demand‑driven, UOB argues tighter policy is not warranted.

Bank of Thailand Holds Rate Steady

The Monetary Policy Committee voted unanimously to keep the policy rate at 2.00%. The central bank cites the need to support growth while anchoring inflation within its 1‑3% target band. Markets had widely expected the hold.

Recovery Remains Uneven

Tourism and private consumption are rebounding, yet exports and small firms face weak global demand and high input costs. UOB expects the BoT to stay on hold as it balances inflation expectations against growth risks. Base‑effect fade and easing supply pressures should modestly lower inflation, though energy price swings pose upside risk.

Impact on Consumers and Investors

Stable rates keep mortgage and loan costs unchanged, but cost‑push inflation erodes purchasing power, especially for low‑income households. Thai bonds stay attractive for carry trades, while the baht may face slight depreciation if the dollar strengthens. Equities could benefit from accommodative policy, favouring domestic‑demand stocks over export‑oriented ones.