Economy
Thailand Launches 'BOI to IPO' Initiative to Boost New Economy Sectors
The Thai government has introduced a new program to help 10 'New Economy' industries access capital markets through tax incentives and streamlined investment support.
On September 17, 2026, the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) announced a strategic partnership with the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch the 'BOI to IPO' project. This initiative aims to assist businesses within 10 targeted 'New Economy' sectors in raising capital through the stock market to facilitate business expansion and global integration.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Ekniti Nitithanprapas stated that the program offers an additional three-year tax incentive to qualifying companies. The strategy is part of the government’s broader 'Investment-led Growth' policy, which seeks to move beyond simple capital attraction by focusing on high-tech innovation, the creation of high-skilled jobs, and the integration of local entrepreneurs into modern global supply chains.
For residents and expatriates, this move signals a shift toward a more technology-driven local economy, potentially increasing the availability of high-skilled employment opportunities in the coming years. While the government has outlined the framework for these tax incentives and the collaborative structure between the BOI, SET, and SEC, specific details regarding the application criteria for individual firms and the exact timeline for the first wave of IPOs under this program remain to be confirmed.
