I just discovered that trading foreign stocks isn't as difficult as I thought. Most Thais mistakenly believe they need a lot of money, but there are actually 3 easy ways to access it.

The first way is to buy foreign mutual funds. It's the easiest because you just choose a fund and let the professionals manage it. You don't have to pick stocks yourself. The initial investment is small, but the fees are relatively high. If you're a beginner, this method is quite suitable.

The second way is CFDs or Contracts for Difference. It's much more flexible. You can trade both up and down. It requires less money but carries higher risk. If your prediction is wrong, you could lose a lot of money. But if you like short-term trading, this method is perfect.

The third way is to buy individual stocks directly. Open an account with a brokerage that offers foreign stocks. You earn returns from price appreciation and dividends. It's similar to buying Thai stocks, but requires a substantial minimum investment.

For 2026, some interesting stocks include NVIDIA, which is at the heart of AI; Microsoft, integrating AI into all its products; Eli Lilly, making diabetes medications; ASML, manufacturing chip-making equipment; and Visa, benefiting from a cashless society.

Trading foreign stocks isn't really different from trading Thai stocks. You just need to study carefully beforehand, choose the method that suits you, and start with a small amount of money. This new experience of trading foreign stocks can diversify and grow your portfolio better. I wonder, when do you think people interested in global investing should start?