Stocks in the news (aav, amatav, bgrim, ea, fsmart, ichi, jmart, mint, princ, pttgc, sc, siri, sprc, tfm, tli, toa, true, uac) 18.05.26
Asia Aviation Public Company Limited is the parent company of Thai AirAsia, one of Thailand’s leading low-cost carriers offering affordable domestic and international flights across Southeast Asia.
AAV: adjusted its fleet expansion plan in line with softer demand conditions. Aircraft fleet in 2Q26 will be reduced to 42 planes from 55 previously, while capacity will be cut by 12% to preserve liquidity and manage costs. The company expects average ticket prices in 2026 to rise 20% y/y to around THB2,000 and plans THB4bn bond issuance to strengthen its financial position.
Comment: Let’s see how long a recovery takes for this airline.
Amata VN Public Company Limited develops and operates industrial estates and related infrastructure projects in Vietnam, catering to manufacturing and logistics companies.
AMATAV: expects 2Q26 performance to improve q/q on partial land sales recognition while maintaining full-year land sales target at 550 rai.
Comment: They’ve been a constant disappointment.
B.Grimm Power Public Company Limited is a leading independent power producer in Thailand generating electricity from natural gas, solar, wind and other renewable sources for the national grid.
BGRIM: expects higher gas prices in 2Q26 to pressure margins and is negotiating revised electricity pricing formulas with industrial customers. The company plans to add 478MW of new capacity this year with a capex budget of THB10–12bn and confirmed it is studying infrastructure fund establishment plans.
Comment: They’ll pass it on, and the story returns for BGRIM.
Energy Absolute Public Company Limited develops renewable energy projects including solar and wind farms, and is expanding into electric vehicle batteries and energy storage solutions in Thailand.
EA: returned to profitability in 1Q26 with net profit attributable to shareholders of THB362mn, compared to a heavy loss in the previous quarter. EBITDA rose to THB1.9bn, supported by 62.6% q/q growth in the commercial EV business and improved operating cash flow.
Comment: Why they’re not bankrupt yet, flummoxes me.
Forth Smart Service Public Company Limited operates smart vending machines, electronic payment kiosks and provides fintech-enabled service solutions across Thailand.
FSMART: partnered with FORTH to enter the PropTech business, developing a fully integrated real estate management platform covering buying, selling, and rental services. 1Q26 net profit came in at THB135.5mn on revenue of THB632mn.
Comment: Partnering w/ themselves … ?
Ichitan Group Public Company Limited produces and markets ready-to-drink green tea and functional beverages under the Ichitan brand for the Thai and export markets.
ICHI: reported 1Q26 net profit of THB286mn (+16.8% y/y), driven by strong domestic ready-to-drink tea and alkaline water sales alongside effective cost management.
Comment: And then we’ll see the usual seasonal trend…
Jay Mart Public Company Limited operates retail stores selling mobile phones, accessories and consumer electronics, with growing presence in financial services and lifestyle retail.
JMART: reported strong 1Q26 recovery with net profit rising 16% y/y to THB163mn, supported by stronger contributions from Suki Teenoi, Jaymart Mobile, and Lock Phone businesses. The company also announced an interim dividend of THB0.135/share.
Comment: Well – I thought that 1Q was disappointing relative to peers, but let’s see. I only see improvements from here on out for the group. But their bench isn’t as deep as I think the owner believes.
Minor International Public Company Limited is a leading hospitality group operating hotels, restaurants and lifestyle brands across Asia and globally, including hotel chains and The Pizza Company.
MINT: rebranded its vacation ownership business from Anantara Vacation Club to Minor Vacation Club to expand coverage across club resorts and affiliated Minor hotel properties worldwide.
Principal Capital Public Company Limited operates a network of private hospitals and provides healthcare services across Thailand.
PRINC: reported 1Q26 medical service revenue of THB1.54bn (+5.5% y/y), supported by acquisitions and expansion of provincial hospital networks. The company expects its hospital network to reach 19 facilities by June while expanding into cancer treatment and elderly care businesses.
Comment: It’s been a quiet period for this name.
PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited is one of Asia’s leading petrochemical producers, manufacturing a wide range of upstream and downstream chemical products in Thailand.
PTTGC: highlighted its integrated value chain structure as a key strength supporting production flexibility and resilience amid global volatility, while continuing efforts to rebalance its business portfolio.
Comment: Minting it…when will petchems trade at a premium to replacement?
SC Asset Corporation Public Company Limited is a Thai real estate developer specializing in residential condominiums, housing estates and property projects.
SC: reported 1Q26 net profit of THB120mn (+7.2% y/y), supported by stronger housing and condominium transfers, which rose 26% y/y.
Sansiri Public Company Limited is one of Thailand’s largest real estate developers, known for high-quality residential condominiums, housing projects and property management services.
SIRI: posted 1Q26 net profit of THB864mn (+6% y/y) with backlog reaching THB24bn, of which 50% is expected to be recognised this year. The company plans to launch six new projects worth THB13.36bn in 2Q26.
Star Petroleum Refining Public Company Limited operates a major oil refinery in Thailand producing gasoline, diesel, jet fuel and other petroleum products.
SPRC: expects refining margins in 2Q26 to remain volatile amid fluctuations in oil prices and government policy. The company is diversifying crude sourcing away from the Middle East and actively managing inventory risks in case of disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz.
Comment: Cleaner play that TOP and BCP.
Thai Life Insurance Public Company Limited provides life insurance, savings plans and protection products to individual and corporate customers across Thailand.
TLI: delivered strong 1Q26 net profit growth of 21.8% y/y to THB3.27bn, supported by new business CSM contribution. The company continues investing in customer and salesforce digital platforms to strengthen long-term growth.
Comment: Peers comment that it’s more due to the CIO choosing to buy Thai equities last year.
TOA Paint (Thailand) Public Company Limited is Thailand’s leading manufacturer of decorative and industrial paints, coatings and related chemical products for domestic and regional markets.
TOA: posted solid 1Q26 results with revenue reaching THB5.68bn and net profit rising 30% y/y. Growth was supported by continued overseas expansion and effective cost controls amid a volatile economic backdrop.
Comment: But their margins will be smacked. Same same – oil prices is the story.
TFM Public Company Limited operates in Thailand’s food processing and manufacturing sector, supplying specialized food products and related industrial solutions to domestic and export markets.
TFM: targets revenue growth of 8–10% this year and aims to achieve THB10bn revenue by 2030. The company plans to increase overseas revenue contribution to 50% from 10% currently through Indonesia expansion and a US$55mn investment in Ecuador, a global shrimp production hub.
True Corporation Public Company Limited is a major Thai telecommunications and digital convergence provider offering mobile, broadband, pay-TV and integrated digital services under the True brand.
TRUE: maintained 2026 revenue growth target at 2–3% and EBITDA growth target at 7–9%, with planned capex of THB25–27bn this year. Management noted visibility for 2Q26 remains limited due to elevated uncertainty.
Comment: It’s True > AIS as a stock (for now)
UAC Public Company Limited imports, exports and distributes industrial chemicals, petrochemicals and specialty products serving manufacturing and industrial clients in Thailand and regional markets.
UAC: reported 1Q26 net profit of THB27.8mn on revenue of THB365.7mn, supported by growth in the energy and petroleum businesses. The company maintained strong liquidity with cash holdings above THB538mn and D/E ratio at 0.8x.
Comment: Are they back? Was a great little co 20 years ago when I first met them.
CLICX Virtual Bank: the AIS-KTB-OR joint venture officially received Thailand’s first virtual bank licence and plans to begin operations in June 2026, aiming to improve financial inclusion through more accessible and secure digital banking services
Comment: This virtual bank scheme is one of the more ridiculous things I’ve seen in Thailand – and that’s saying a lot.
Summary Table
Comparison Table • 15 May 2026
| Ticker | Mkt Cap (USD) | Price (THB) | P/E (TTM) | P/BV | Div Yield | YTD 2026 | Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAV.BK | ~$0.42B | 1.05 | 5.8 | 1.0x | N/A | ▼ -10.2% | View → |
| AMATAV.BK | ~$0.26B | 4.20 | 12.5 | 1.2x | 2.5% | ▲ +8.5% | View → |
| BGRIM.BK | ~$1.04B | 13.20 | 40.3 | 1.1x | 3.1% | ▼ -5.0% | View → |
| EA.BK | ~$0.60B | 2.64 | N/A | 0.8x | 0.0% | ▼ -20.0% | View → |
| FSMART.BK | ~$0.13B | 8.50 | 15.2 | 2.1x | 3.8% | ▲ +2.4% | View → |
| ICHI.BK | ~$0.21B | 11.80 | 18.5 | 2.5x | 4.2% | ▼ -3.3% | View → |
| JMART.BK | ~$0.39B | 9.75 | 22.0 | 1.8x | 1.5% | ▲ +15.0% | View → |
| MINT.BK | ~$3.77B | 21.70 | 16.3 | 1.5x | 3.2% | ▼ -8.5% | View → |
| PRINC.BK | ~$0.18B | 5.25 | 14.8 | 1.3x | 2.8% | ▲ +4.0% | View → |
| PTTGC.BK | ~$2.62B | 28.50 | 8.5 | 0.7x | 4.5% | ▼ -12.3% | View → |
| SC.BK | ~$0.28B | 3.85 | 9.2 | 0.9x | 5.5% | ▲ +6.9% | View → |
| SIRI.BK | ~$0.57B | 1.85 | 7.5 | 0.8x | 6.2% | ▼ -2.6% | View → |
| SPRC.BK | ~$0.68B | 7.80 | 6.8 | 0.9x | 5.0% | ▼ -15.2% | View → |
| TFM.BK | ~$0.11B | 4.25 | 11.5 | 1.4x | 3.0% | ▲ +1.2% | View → |
| TLI.BK | ~$1.39B | 12.50 | 9.0 | 1.1x | 4.8% | ▲ +3.3% | View → |
| TOA.BK | ~$0.49B | 18.20 | 14.0 | 2.2x | 2.5% | ▼ -4.7% | View → |
| TRUE.BK | ~$5.56B | 8.90 | 25.0 | 1.6x | 1.8% | ▲ +10.5% | View → |
| UAC.BK | ~$0.09B | 3.15 | 10.5 | 1.0x | 4.0% | ▼ -8.7% | View → |