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Thailand's Board of Investment (BOI) reported a surge in investment, reaching Bt1.876 trillion in 2025, with data centers leading the growth. The electronics sector followed, attracting Bt277,645 million across 470 projects, primarily in printed circuit board (PCB) production and battery investments.

Notable firms involved included Peng Chen Technology and Panasonic Manufacturing. Other sectors with significant investments included automotive (Bt84,085 million), agriculture and food processing (Bt75,683 million), and petrochemicals (Bt58,396 million).

Foreign direct investment applications rose by 21%, totaling Bt1,359,925 million, with Singapore as the top investor. The Eastern region attracted nearly 60% of total investment. The BOI anticipates continued investment momentum in 2026, focusing on strategic industries such as EVs, semiconductors, and digital technologies.