Are there people among the readers who invest in the Thai economy? Think of shares and/or bonds or other forms of investment? And, if so, can you say something about the return? 

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Thailand is known for its dynamic economy, strategic location in Southeast Asia and attractive investment opportunities. With a strong focus on export-driven sectors and a government that actively encourages foreign investment, the country offers various opportunities for foreigners. Despite some challenges, such as political instability, the benefits remain significant for those who understand the market.

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Thailand is currently booming again. Tourists are flocking to this beautiful country again. I was wondering if it is profitable to buy a few condos and rent them out for long-time stays? For example in Pattaya or Jomtien?

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Thailand the best country to invest

By Lodewijk Lagemaat
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February 19 2020

In a newspaper report recently, the Bangkok Post contained an article that Thailand would be a good country to start a “business”. This message would again be taken from US News & World Report.

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Reader question: Investing and returns in Thailand

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January 18 2020

I want to withdraw my savings from the bank in the Netherlands. Interest rates are so low that it makes no sense. Now I want to invest it in Thailand. What is sensible in terms of returns? Buy and rent a condo? Shares? Savings account in Thai bank? Currency trading? Something else? It is about 150K euros.

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Is buying a house/condo in Hua Hin a good investment?

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13 August 2018

According to a friend of mine you now have to buy a house in Hua Hin because it can only increase in value. Because there will be a fast train to Hua Hin and the airport will be expanded, Hua Hin will become Thailand's new hotspot, according to him. The 'Thai Riviera' project would also provide an enormous boost.

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This article is about blockchain technology and cryptocurrency. There has been more on this topic on this blog before, but I haven't really followed that. I don't find it very interesting, especially since I don't intend - and don't have the means to do so - to invest money in cryptocurrency in any way.

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I have a discussion with a good acquaintance that I qualify as a Thailand expert. Let me explain my situation. We, husband and wife of 68 years, have been coming to Thailand for a holiday for years. Now we have conceived the plan to buy two bungalows (location to be determined). One for ourselves and a bungalow next to it for renting to holidaymakers. In our opinion, a return of about 7% on this rental bungalow should be possible. That's more than we get from the bank in interest.

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Reader question: Working and my future in Thailand

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May 12, 2017

I have lived in Thailand for over 8 years and am married to a Thai. Recently I have been out of work. I'm only 38, so I still have a whole 'work' life ahead of me. My Thai wife and I have decided that we want to stay in Thailand. So now I'm out of work.

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