I just noticed that energy stocks in the power plant sector in the Thai market are increasingly attracting investors' attention, whether they are beginners or seasoned traders, because this group is known as "safe stocks" that offer relatively stable returns.

Let's see why electric power energy stocks are so interesting. Power plant businesses are about recurring income because electricity is a product that people need to use all the time. Whether the economy is good or bad, demand still exists. For this reason, this business can generate continuous profits and often pays dividends to shareholders regularly, which is a good passive income for long-term investors.

Currently, there are several leading energy stocks worth following. GULF, with a market value of 795.55 billion baht, and the latest closing price of 54.00 baht, leads in electricity, gas, and renewable energy businesses. GPSC, valued at 109.26 billion baht, with a price of 38.75 baht, is a leading producer in innovation and sustainability. RATCH, valued at 67.97 billion baht, with a price of 31.25 baht, is a major private producer supported by the government. EGCO, valued at 63.44 billion baht, with a price of 120.50 baht, operates across Asia-Pacific and North America.

Additionally, there are BGRIM, focusing on combined heat and power and renewable energy, valued at 35.71 billion baht, with a price of 13.70 baht; BPP, valued at 34.74 billion baht, with a price of 11.40 baht, producing electricity in multiple countries; BCPG, valued at 24.12 billion baht, with a price of 8.05 baht, emphasizing clean energy and energy services; and EA, valued at 22.58 billion baht, with a price of 3.02 baht, investing in green energy, batteries, and electric vehicles.

What makes energy stocks worth following is the support from the government through the Power Development Plan (PDP) and the Alternative Energy Development Plan (AEDP), which guarantee the long-term stability of power purchase agreements. Moreover, the global green energy trend continues to grow, giving this group further growth opportunities.

Investing in energy stocks can be done in several ways. For Thai market stocks like GULF and BGRIM, you can buy and sell through Thai stock brokers, with a minimum of 100 shares. Alternatively, you can use CFD trading services through foreign brokers that allow it, which helps leverage and trade more flexibly.

Overall, energy stocks are suitable for investors seeking stability and regular income, whether in normal or volatile markets, because this business has strong fundamentals and consistent dividend payments. If you want to build a balanced portfolio, adding energy stocks is a worthwhile option.