Speculation is rife as to how long any mourning period in the wake of King Adulyadej’s death will be, with anything from 100 days to one year being bandied about. Entertainment venues are likely to be closed for a minimum of 15 days, with some speculating one month, or even 99 days, due to its auspicious meaning. It is likely that all trade on the SET will be suspended in the wake of any serious announcement, while the Thai baht is expected to depreciate considerably and rapidly