Thailand remained stable. Capital funds and reserves were at a high level and were able to support the challenges of uncertain economic conditions. The performance of the Thai banking system improved, mainly
% for total capital ratio, 8.5% for Tier 1 capital and 7.0% for Common Equity Tier 1 capital. The Bank performs capital management planning to maintain an appropriate level of capital which is consistent
ratio of gross non-performing loan (NPL) to total loans was at 2.9 percent, the same level as at the end of 2018. The Bank of Thailand’s Senior Loan Officer Survey indicated that in the first quarter of
level of 1.25 percent while projecting the Thai economy would expand at a lower rate than previously forecast and further below its potential due to declining exports which have affected domestic demand
FINANCIAL CONGLOMERATE (the Conglomerate) according to the Basel III Accord was 17.70 percent, with a Tier 1 capital ratio of 15.41 percent. All of the above endeavors and satisfactory operating performance
, and managing loan quality and NPL continue to be major challenges. However, with a relatively high level of capital and the regular setting aside of additional provisions, commercial banks can still
economic recovery once the outbreak is contained. Looking forward, the Thai economy will continue to face a high level of uncertainty so the MPC is standing ready to use additional appropriate monetary
, particularly in sectors related to exports and tourism. Public investment totaled Baht 111.6 billion, near last year’s level, though investment in March edged up from the first two months. Headline inflation
in the commercial banking system, with a high level of liquidity than required by the Bank of Thailand. Infrastructure investment progress needs to be closely monitored as more bidding processes will
expected to focus on readjusting deposit structures and managing costs in an appropriate manner. Banks also need to maintain a sufficient level of liquid assets (as measured by the Liquidity Coverage Ratio