Thailand's Q2 2026 GDP grew 1.9%, down from 2.8% in Q1. Inflation rose to 2.7% (from -0.5%) on Middle East war energy costs, and private consumption slowed to 1.9%. The finance minister says the first phase of the Thai Yuu Thai Plus handout scheme ends in Q3, and whether it continues in Q4 is still undecided. Plan cash flow for weaker consumer demand and higher costs. Private investment grew 13.4%, mainly in electronics, AI and clean energy. Government plans about 200 billion baht in energy transition spending on rooftop solar, grid, storage and EVs.