Thailand Private Investment Falls at Softer Pace

Private investment in Thailand fell by 0.2% month-on-month in August 2025, easing from a 0.4% drop in the previous month. The slower decline was mainly attributable to higher construction investment, driven by factories and commercial buildings, while residential construction remained steady. Meanwhile, investment in machinery and equipment fell, weighed down by weaker domestic machinery sales, while net imports of capital goods rose, particularly in computers, office equipment, and electrical devices. Vehicle investment remained unchanged, as higher aircraft imports for private airline expansion were offset by a drop in car registrations.