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Analysts concerned delay could hamper GDP, stocks
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 22/05/2023
» Stock market analysts have expressed unease about the post-election political situation, saying a delay in the formation of a new government would affect the country's GDP and encourage foreign investors to continue dumping Thai shares.
Leading the economy
Business, Published on 22/05/2023
» The business sector is calling for the new government to appoint appropriate leaders to take the helm at economic ministries, in particular the Finance Ministry, as they want to see the country progress without interruption amid several internal and external challenges.
Sudden wage hike 'may lead to job losses'
News, Published on 22/05/2023
» The Move Forward Party (MFP) should let Pheu Thai handle the country's economic policy, business leaders said, warning that raising wages too high and too fast could lead to job losses due to workers being replaced by machines.
Investors cheer signs of end to US debt drama
Business, Published on 20/05/2023
» RECAP: Asian shares rose on Friday as increased hopes of a deal over the US debt ceiling and strong economic data lifted sentiment, while Japan's Nikkei index jumped to its highest level in nearly 33 years.
Coalition talks spook markets amid split over LM
Bloomberg News, Published on 19/05/2023
» Thailand’s pro-democracy parties faced built-in obstacles to forming a government even before a historic win in Sunday’s general election. Now that resistance is starting to take shape, making investors wary of a protracted political uncertainty.
Stocks rise as political fears subside
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 19/05/2023
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) returned to positive territory on Thursday after falling for three consecutive days following Sunday's election, with the victorious Move Forward Party (MFP) announcing a plan to form a coalition government with 313 members of parliament.
Tourism to limit economic pain as new government awaited
Bloomberg News, Published on 18/05/2023
» Thailand has not been spared the political uncertainty that usually comes with elections, yet foreign tourists returning by the millions this year are counted on to help shield Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy.
Fitch upbeat on post-poll outlook for bank sector
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 18/05/2023
» Pro-growth policies and the absence of protests after the election are positive signs for Thai banks and the economy, but uncertainties remain as the winning parties try to form a coalition government, says global financial information provider Fitch Group.
Poll victors to get policy wish list
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 17/05/2023
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) plans to submit a "position paper" detailing the economic policies preferred by businesses to a new government once it is successfully formed.
Operators express hope post-election
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/05/2023
» Chiang Mai and Phuket tourism operators hope the new government led by the Move Forward Party (MFP) can solve the PM2.5 dust crisis, work to decentralise power, and allocate budget for regional development and restoring tourism competitiveness.