Thailand is a growing market with a strong focus on exports. Consequently, manufacturing ranks first in importance, accounting for 34% of total GDP. Services account for approximately 44% of GDP. Wholesale and retail trade (13% of GDP); transportation, storage, and communication (7% of GDP); hotels and restaurants (5% of GDP), and public administration, defense, and social security (4.5% of GDP) are the most important services in the economy. Agriculture makes a substantial contribution as well, accounting for approximately 13% of GDP.
A higher than expected figure should be seen as positive (bullish) for the THB while a lower than expected figure should be seen as negative (bearish) for the THB.
