Investing in mutual funds is a popular strategy for both novice and experienced investors looking for diversified exposure to various asset classes. Below is a detailed overview of several notable mutual funds in Thailand, categorized based on their focus and objectives.
1. Sector-Specific and Thematic Funds
1.1 Banking and Financial Sector Funds
These funds focus on financial institutions, including banks and other financial service providers.
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K-BANKING and SCBBANKING: These funds primarily invest in banking stocks, benefiting from financial sector growth and rising interest rates.
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BTK and ES-FINANCETH: These funds focus on financial institutions beyond traditional banks, including fintech and non-bank financial firms.
1.2 Technology and ICT Sector Funds
These funds target companies in the technology and information and communications technology (ICT) industries.
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K-ICT: Invests in technology and digital transformation companies in Thailand and globally, capitalizing on the tech boom.
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M-MEGA-D and M-MEGA-A: These funds focus on mega-trends, investing in global technology and innovation leaders.
1.3 Energy and Resources Funds
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ES-GRR: Focuses on energy, resources, and infrastructure projects, aiming for stable growth and income from essential industries.
2. Index and Passive Funds (SET50 & High Dividend Funds)
2.1 SET50 Index Funds
These funds track the SET50 Index, which includes the top 50 large-cap stocks on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET).
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KKP SET50 ESG-SSF & KKP SET50 ESG-SSFX: ESG-focused SET50 funds that integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors.
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KT-SET50-A, KT-SET50-D, SCBSET50 (SSF), SCBSET50, SCBRMS50, ES-SET50RMF2, ES-SET50DV, ES-SET50DV2, ES-SET50-A, M-S50-G: These funds are designed for long-term passive investing in Thailand’s leading companies.
2.2 High Dividend Funds
- KT-HIDIV-D & KT-HIDIV-A: Focus on stocks that pay high dividends, appealing to income-focused investors seeking stable returns. shutdown123
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