Head of Research, Krungthai XSpring

Waraporn Wiboonkanarak

Head of Research

A full service Thai brokerage

Krungthai XSpring

Krungthai XSpring is a full service broker. The company provides a wide range of investment services such as Securities Brokerage, Derivative Agent Business, Securities Borrowing and Lending, Securities Trading, Underwriting, Financial Advisory, Wealth Advisory, Private Fund Management and International Markets Securities Trading. 

In terms of credibility, Fitch Ratings has assigned Krunghtai XSpring a long-term rating of AA- and a national short-term rating of F1+ with stable outlook.

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<ul><li>The latest Global Fund Manager Survey by Bank of America polled 179 global fund managers with a total NAV of USD503bn.</li><li>The survey, which took place between November 1-7, includes 22% of responses gathered after the US election results were announced — reflecting partial recognition of the outcome, with Trump being elected US president and the Republican Party likely to have control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate.</li><li>The survey reveals significant shifts in asset allocations in response to these developments. The shift is driven by the US economy showing stronger signs of a "no landing" scenario, while the global downward interest rate cycle appears less pronounced than previously expected. </li></ul>

The latest Global Fund Manager Survey by Bank of America polled 179 global fund managers with a total NAV of USD503bn.The survey, which took place between November 1-7, includes 22% of responses gathered after the US election results were announced — reflecting partial recognition of the outcome, with Trump being elected US president and the Republican Party likely to have control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate.The survey reveals significant shifts in asset allocations in response to these developments. The shift is driven by the US economy showing stronger signs of a "no landing" scenario, while the global downward interest rate cycle appears less pronounced than previously expected. 

FMS Outlook Following Trump's Victory as US President - November 19, 2024

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A. Stotz Investment Research

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<li>We highlight 14 stocks in ASEAN that look interesting to us based on our FVMR Methodology</li>
<li>Portfolio changes: Four stocks remain, 10 stocks added to our portfolio</li>
<li>Since its inception, the portfolio has generated a before-fee total return of 249% versus MSCI ASEAN’s 39%</li>
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We highlight 14 stocks in ASEAN that look interesting to us based on our FVMR Methodology
Portfolio changes: Four stocks remain, 10 stocks added to our portfolio
Since its inception, the portfolio has generated a before-fee total return of 249% versus MSCI ASEAN’s 39%


<ul>
<li>We highlight 14 stocks in Thailand that look interesting to us based on our FVMR Methodology</li>
<li>Portfolio changes: Seven stocks remain, seven new join the fray</li>
<li>Ince inception, it has gained 112% versus the SET 100 Index’s return of 24%</li>
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We highlight 14 stocks in Thailand that look interesting to us based on our FVMR Methodology
Portfolio changes: Seven stocks remain, seven new join the fray
Ince inception, it has gained 112% versus the SET 100 Index’s return of 24%


The Stocks to Own in Thailand – Vol. 46

Cross Asset Strategy

<ul><li>We expect economic growth in 2H24E to accelerate beyond the 1.9% YoY expansion seen in 1H24E, serving as a key driver in achieving the revised 2024E GDP growth forecast of 2.55% YoY (up from 2.5% previously).</li><li>This acceleration will also create positive sentiment for stocks benefiting from a top-down approach, particularly those related to government spending, tourism, and the banking sector.</li><li>Government spending is expected to rise thanks to accelerated budget disbursements, while the tourism sector should see strong gains, with tourist arrivals projected to hit 36.5mn by yearend (compared to 20.6mn for 7M24). </li></ul>

We expect economic growth in 2H24E to accelerate beyond the 1.9% YoY expansion seen in 1H24E, serving as a key driver in achieving the revised 2024E GDP growth forecast of 2.55% YoY (up from 2.5% previously).This acceleration will also create positive sentiment for stocks benefiting from a top-down approach, particularly those related to government spending, tourism, and the banking sector.Government spending is expected to rise thanks to accelerated budget disbursements, while the tourism sector should see strong gains, with tourist arrivals projected to hit 36.5mn by yearend (compared to 20.6mn for 7M24). 

Economic Update: 2Q24 GDP Growth - August 20, 2024

<ul>
<li>We highlight 14 stocks in ASEAN that look interesting to us based on our FVMR Methodology</li>
<li>Portfolio changes: Five stocks remain, nine stocks added to our portfolio</li>
<li>Since its inception, the portfolio has generated a before-fee total return of 255% versus MSCI ASEAN’s 30%</li>
</ul>


We highlight 14 stocks in ASEAN that look interesting to us based on our FVMR Methodology
Portfolio changes: Five stocks remain, nine stocks added to our portfolio
Since its inception, the portfolio has generated a before-fee total return of 255% versus MSCI ASEAN’s 30%


Thailand

Asia Aviation Public Company Limited is a Thailand-based holding company primarily engaged in investing in low-fare airline businesses, specifically holding 100% of Thai AirAsia Company Limited. The company's operations include scheduled and chartered flight services, along with providing aviation, tourism, and hospitality training through its subsidiary, Asia Aviation Center Co., Ltd. Asia Aviation was incorporated in 2006 and is headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand.

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FMS Outlook Following Trump's Victory as US President - November 19, 2024

The survey, which took place between November 1-7, includes 22% of responses gathered after the US election results were announced — reflecting...

Krungthai XSpring

The Stocks to Own in ASEAN – Vol. 48

We highlight 14 stocks in ASEAN that look interesting to us based on our FVMR Methodology. Portfolio changes: Five stocks remain, nine stocks added...

A. Stotz Investment Research

The Stocks to Own in Thailand – Vol. 46

We highlight 14 stocks in Thailand that look interesting to us based on our FVMR Methodology. Portfolio changes: Seven stocks remain, seven new...

A. Stotz Investment Research

Economic Update: 2Q24 GDP Growth - August 20, 2024

We expect economic growth in 2H24E to accelerate beyond the 1.9% YoY expansion seen in 1H24E, serving as a key driver in achieving the revised...

Krungthai XSpring

The Stocks to Own in ASEAN – Vol. 47

We highlight 14 stocks in ASEAN that look interesting to us based on our FVMR Methodology. Portfolio changes: Five stocks remain, nine stocks added.

A. Stotz Investment Research

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