Bangkok, Feb. 23 -- The Economic Confidence Index for retail entrepreneurs of Thailand in January 2026 dropped by 29.9 points compared to December 2025, shows a survey conducted by the Thai Retailers Association in collaboration with the Bank of Thailand.

This sharp decline highlights growing concerns within the retail sector, driven primarily by political uncertainty surrounding the general election and prolonged economic challenges.

Retailers are increasingly worried about delays in forming a stable government, which could hinder the implementation of policies needed to stimulate domestic spending and economic recovery, according to the survey results.

The main driver behind the drop in confidence is uncertainty over the outcome of t...