31.   A local broker said foreign investors sold stocks as the baht fell against the dollar.

32.   This interest had been noted by some local brokers who also entered the market, he said.

33.   Shah said the only factor seen triggering the rise was local brokers wanting to close the year on a positive note.

34.   The central bank said some local insurance brokers have also been found to be operating illegally without proper approval from the authorities.