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Inflation inches up 0.35% in August
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 06/09/2024
» Inflation increased by 0.35% in August, driven by rising prices of fresh vegetables and fruit as a result of production areas damaged by floods.
Thai nominees to be scrutinised
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 29/08/2024
» The Commerce Ministry is moving forward with in-depth inspections of businesses suspected of using Thai nominees to conceal foreign ownership, particularly in tourism, real estate and logistics.
Budget director says handout can be in cash
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 21/08/2024
» The digital wallet funds could be distributed in cash, but the scheme must adhere to the original framework to stimulate the economy, said the Budget Bureau chief.
Thai govt to launch price reduction scheme
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 11/08/2024
» Thailand's Commerce Ministry is collaborating with the private sector to launch a price reduction campaign for goods and services three months before the much-anticipated digital wallet scheme begins.
Consumer confidence slips again
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/08/2024
» Consumer confidence dropped for a fifth straight month in July, falling to its lowest level since September last year on concerns over the slow rate of economic recovery and political uncertainty, according to a survey carried out by the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).
Commerce Ministry waives rent for small vendors
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 05/08/2024
» The Commerce Ministry has begun to stop collecting rent from food and market stalls including commercial markets operated by government-run agencies for a period of three months throughout the country prior to the implementation of the digital wallet scheme.
Ministry launches recovery project
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 03/08/2024
» The Commerce Ministry has joined forces with government agencies to launch a nationwide economic recovery project over a period of three months which is expected to reduce the cost of living by up to 7 billion baht.
Up to 2m vendors set to participate in scheme
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 26/07/2024
» The Commerce Ministry has confirmed that it will finalise registration of 2 million vendors for the digital wallet handout scheme by September.
Commercial agencies urged to aid small businesses
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/07/2024
» The Commerce Ministry has ordered commercial agencies under its supervision to come up with measures to help small businesses sell their products to stimulate the grassroots economy amid a stagnant economy.
Digital handout set for introduction in Q4
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/07/2024
» The Commerce Ministry has revealed the final preparations concerning the registration of recipients and participating shops for the digital wallet handout scheme.