What is the Bangkok set index?

The Bangkok SET Index is a capitalization-weighted index of stocks traded on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. The index was developed with a base value of 100 as of April 30, 1975. * Index PE calculations on DES page 2 of this index are done by Bloomberg. For PE ratio calculated by exchange, please refer to PETH Index .

What is the stock exchange of Thailand?

• The Stock Exchange of Thailand is a juristic entity set up under the Securities Exchange of Thailand Act, B.E. 2517 (1974). Operations started on April 30, 1975.

When did the Bangkok Stock Exchange start?

A precursor Bangkok Stock Exchange was established in July 1962 as a private entity. It finally ceased operations in the early 1970s due to a lack of government support and limited interest and understanding of the equity market among populace. In 1972, the Thai government took a step in creating a capital market.