SCB WEALTH Assembles Investment Expert Team for ‘Tomorrow’s Wealth: Key Investment Trends Defining 2025’ Press Conference

Mr. Sonchai Suneta, CFA (center), First Executive Vice President of the Wealth & Investment Product Function at Siam Commercial Bank, led the SCB WEALTH executive team in hosting the SCB WEALTH Holistic Experts press conference under the theme Tomorrow’s Wealth: Key Investment Trends Defining 2025. Welcoming the media at the press conference were key executives and investment experts, including Ms. Ruttaya Tongrutevp (3th from right), Executive Vice President of the High Net Worth & Affluent Segment; Ms. Salisa Hanpanichevp (3rd from left), Executive Vice President of the Wealth and Insurance Capability Development Division and the High Net Worth and Affluent Banking Division; Dr. Niti Nerngchamnong (2nd from left), First Senior Vice President and Head of the Wealth Planning and Family Office; Dr. Poonyawat Sreesing (far right), Senior Economist at the SCB Economic Intelligence Center (SCB EIC); and Ms. Kasree Ayuttaga (1st from left), Senior Vice President and Team Head of Investment Research at the SCB Chief Investment Office (SCB CIO) from Siam Commercial Bank. Also joining the event was Mr. Sukit Udomsirikul (2th from right), Managing Director of the Research Division at InnovestX Securities Co., Ltd. Held recently at So Bangkok Hotel, the conference provided key insights into the latest investment trends shaping 2025.

Mr.Sonchai Suneta stated that the SCB WEALTH Holistic Experts 2025 press conference was organized to provide in-depth insights into economic and investment trends, highlighting key opportunities and risks investors should monitor this year. The event also introduced investment solutions designed to adapt to the rapidly changing economic and capital market landscape. Backed by a team of experts covering all aspects of economics and investment, SCB WEALTH aims to offer holistic guidance, enabling investors to plan their portfolios with confidence and efficiency. SCB WEALTH remains committed to a customer-centric approach, focusing on personalized investment consulting. By carefully selecting products that align with each client’s needs at different life stages, the goal is to help them build sustainable wealth, ensure financial security in retirement, and successfully pass on their assets to future generations.

According to SCB EIC, the global economy is slowing, partly due to potential economic shifts under Trump 2.0 policies. The US Federal Reserve (Fed) is expected to cut interest rates by 50 basis points (BPS) this year to counter inflation risks stemming from import tariffs and investment stimulus in the US. For Thailand, SCB EIC forecasts 2.4% GDP growth this year, impacted by US trade barriers. Thai exports, particularly in sectors targeted by the US for trade deficit reduction, may face challenges as the US prioritizes its domestic supply chain. Meanwhile, SCB CIO identifies the US stock market as the most promising investment destination, with strong corporate earnings potential despite high valuations. Long-term investments in Quality Growth stocks, particularly those aligned with AI advancements, are recommended. InnovestX suggests a speculative investment strategy, setting a Thai stock index target of 1,550 points for the year, supported by corporate earnings growth and government economic stimulus measures.


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