{
  "id": 18191168,
  "title": "Thai firms cheer rejection of Trump",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/thai-firms-cheer-rejection-of-trump",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-04T21:27:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Bangkok Post Business",
    "slug": "bangkok-post-business",
    "url": "https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/3348781/thai-firms-cheer-rejection-of-trump"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Business executives and stock market analysts have expressed optimism regarding the US midterm election results, anticipating a potential shift in policy that could benefit Thai firms. Ongart Kittikhunchai, president of the Thai Food Processors Association, stated that a Democratic sweep could introduce stronger checks and balances on the Trump administration's policies, potentially facilitating capital flow into the Thai market. The Thai government should prepare new lobbyist teams to handle trade negotiations across direct and informal channels, according to Ongart.\n\nThai exports, which include tuna and canned pineapple, have been bolstered by the Russia-Ukraine war and Middle East conflicts. However, the weakening of the baht against the US dollar and ongoing trade tariffs pose challenges for exporters. Krungsri Securities (KSS) echoed this sentiment, highlighting that a Democratic victory could constrain Trump's economic policies, though the larger impact might be the potential surge in crude oil prices due to conflict, which could lead to inflation, higher interest rates, and reduced overall demand, potentially affecting financial assets.\n\nA Democrat-controlled Congress might mitigate uncertainty surrounding the Trump administration's policies, particularly those concerning military conflicts and trade measures, potentially benefiting emerging markets like Thailand. Paradorn Tiaranapramote, head of research at Asia Plus Securities (ASPS), cautioned that a Democratic sweep could result in tighter regulatory oversight of major US industries, especially technology, artificial intelligence, energy, and financial services, potentially impacting valuations as investors reassess regulatory exposure and redirect funds towards less politically pressured sectors. Recent market moves indicate a rotation out of technology and energy stocks in favor of other industries, which could be positive for Thailand's emerging market status. While Thailand's technology sector is relatively small, local tech stocks may remain volatile amidst US counterparts' movements. Despite this, ASPS anticipates a gradual easing of US market selling pressure, potentially offering Thai stocks advantageous opportunities amidst the shifting global investment climate.",
  "summary": "Business executives and stock market analysts shared a positive view of the US midterm election outcome, saying a Democrat sweep provides a potential opportunity for stronger checks and balances on the Trump administration's policies, paving the way for capital to flow into the Thai market.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}