Depositary Receipts (DR) is a financial instrument that allows Thai investors to access foreign stocks or ETFs more easily. These can be traded through the Thai stock market using your existing brokerage account—no need to open a new one. Transactions are done in Thai Baht, and investors receive similar benefits as direct investments in foreign securities. This makes it possible for Thai investors to tap into global growth opportunities with foreign stocks or ETFs through the Thai stock market.
Investors can trade DRs in two sessions:
Place real-time orders through the Streaming app, Aspen Bualuang Trade, Trade Master, AomWise, or on the website. See how to Click, or trade in large lots. Learn more Click
Reflecting the true value of stocks and ETFs per unit, this helps assess whether the DR price traded on the Thai stock market is overvalued or undervalued. See prices Click
Set your own allocation or let BLS build the portfolio for you. Invest automatically with a daily DCA system, starting from just 5,000 Baht per month. Learn more Click
Start opening a securities account easily with quick approval and begin investing
1. Prepare your ID card to fill in your information.
2. Apply for a securities account to invest in DR without the need to open a new account. See how to Click
- Wealth Connex app / AomWise app / www.bualuang.co.th
- Bangkok Bank mobile banking app
- Bualuang Securities branch or Bangkok Bank branch
3. Choose the type of a securities account: Learn more Click
- Cash Balance – Pay the full amount before purchasing, ideal for beginners
- Cash Collateral – Pay the full amount within 2 business days
- Credit Balance – Borrow money to increase purchasing power
4. Wait for account approval via email.
5. Deposit funds into your account and start investing right away. See the fees Click
Capital gains from DR trading are exempt from tax. However, dividends from DR are taxed like Thai stocks: a 10% withholding tax will be applied and does not need to be included again in personal income tax calculation.
No. DRs are not hedged against exchange rate risk. Therefore, returns are affected by fluctuations in the currency of the underlying security if it is denominated in a foreign currency.
Yes. DR prices have a ±30% ceiling and floor compared with the last trading day or a specified time during trading hours. However, Circuit Breakers do not apply to DRs, so their prices can move in line with the value of the underlying foreign security.
The price of DR01 generally moves in line with its underlying security in foreign markets. The best trading period is when both the Thai stock market and the foreign market where the underlying security is listed are open at the same time.
Yes. Big Lot trading for DR01 requires a minimum of 1 million units or a transaction value of at least 3 million Baht. For Big Lot transactions, please contact 0-2618-1999. Big Lot is suitable for investors who wish to purchase large amounts of DRs directly with liquidity, without having to wait through the main trading board.