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Production index projected to decline 1% in 2024
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 27/09/2024
» Thailand's Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) is likely to contract by 1% this year, given the declines recorded during the first eight months of the year, caused by a raft of economic problems and the impact of severe floods, says the Office of Industrial Economics (OIE).
Carbon tax enforcement in the offing
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 27/09/2024
» The government is to introduce a carbon tax, with enforcement slated for this year, says Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul.
Mobile ID services receive official rollout
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 27/09/2024
» The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission's (NBTC) R&D fund has collaborated with two startups to co-launch mobile ID services to encourage widespread adoption of mobile ID across the private sector.
Hyundai unit may adjust output post-2026
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 27/09/2024
» Hyundai Mobility Thailand, a subsidiary of South Korea's Hyundai Motor Group, plans to produce 5,000 battery electric vehicles a year at its plant in Samut Prakan in 2026, but may need to adjust future volume as domestic car sales sag.
Mortgage growth forecast to plunge
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/09/2024
» Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research) expects 1.2% growth in mortgages within the commercial banking sector this year, the lowest level of expansion in 23 years.
Discussion set for baht, inflation
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 27/09/2024
» The Finance Ministry is scheduled to discuss the inflation framework and exchange rate issues with the Bank of Thailand next week.
Strong baht barely dents Thai exports
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/09/2024
» Related strengthening of Asian currencies against the dollar has limited any adverse impact on Thailand's exports as the baht appreciates rapidly, reducing the urgency for the Bank of Thailand to quickly adjust interest rates, say analysts.
China vows to maintain Thailand trade balance
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 27/09/2024
» China has pledged to maintain its trade balance with Thailand, reducing the latter's trade deficit by purchasing more agricultural products and supporting Thai small businesses accessing Chinese e-commerce platforms.
Advancing family office solutions
Business, Published on 27/09/2024
» Wealth in Asia is growing rapidly, with family offices emerging as the guardians of prosperity for affluent families.
Thai rice export prices hit 14-month low
Published on 26/09/2024
» Thai rice export prices fell to a 14-month low this week pressured by quiet demand and competition from cheaper rivals, while Indian prices edged higher on a stronger rupee, despite sluggish demand from Asian and African buyers.