Prices quoted vary but most analysts set a target between THB50 and THB55 for Shin, so investors should keep vigilant if its price rises too high.

We recommend taking short-term profit in stocks that may gain on technical rebounds until the political situation becomes clearer.

Overall sentiment is poor as the anti-government rally planned for Sunday draws nearer, and investors are likely to stay away or play short-term.

Overall market sentiment was boosted by the sharp gains in the regional bourses, especially rises in the Japanese market.

Though many foreign investors are buying up blue chips on cheaper valuations, domestic players prefer to hold off ahead of the rally and the three-day weekend.

The political tension is somewhat priced in by recent declines. The public is also expecting the coming rally to be peaceful, like the one last Saturday.