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Retail association touts recovery strategies
Business, Published on 18/07/2025
» The Thai Retailers Association has recommended two strategies to accelerate economic recovery amid the prolonged global economic slowdown and rising uncertainties.
Investors urged to buy gold as price surges
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 18/07/2025
» DBS Vickers Securities recommends investors increase their exposure to gold and reduce their allocation of government bonds from developed economies, predicting the bullion price will hit US$3,765 an ounce by the fourth quarter of this year.
Signs and symptoms of Thai stagnation
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 18/07/2025
» That Thailand is faring poorly in the world is no longer in dispute. Not so long ago, many were in denial and adamant that Thailand could still bring a good game to engage abroad, that "Teflon" Thailand could bounce back. Now, just about all indicators are pointing south. The causes of this country's decline and stagnation are not singular but multifaceted over a two-decade period. As Thailand's situation is likely to worsen before hopes for a better future can arise, it is instructive to start counting the costs.
Risks and rewards of Beijing's BRI
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 17/07/2025
» Thailand may play a pivotal role in advancing China's vision of regional connectivity through the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), but scholars caution that while the initiative presents substantial opportunities, it also brings significant challenges.
Call for steps to curb impact of tariffs
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 16/07/2025
» Thailand's competitiveness will be severely damaged if the government fails to implement measures to curb the adverse impacts of US tariffs, said Siri Ganjarerndee, former Bank of Thailand assistant governor and current chairman of Tris Rating.
Las Vegas Sands bets on Asia’s young rich
Published on 15/07/2025
» Las Vegas Sands Corp is targeting Southeast Asia’s young and wealthy as it kicks off an ambitious US$8-billion expansion of its luxury resort in Singapore that is core to the casino operator’s future growth plans.
No chance of reunion with Pheu Thai, says Bhumjaithai chief
Published on 15/07/2025
» Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul has firmly ruled out the possibility of the party rejoining the Pheu Thai-led coalition, saying that Bhumjaithai’s departure indicated both parties could no longer work together due to diverging political directions.
Cabinet to make Bank of Thailand governor decision next week
Published on 15/07/2025
» Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira brushed aside concerns about any last-minute problems after his choice for Bank of Thailand governor was not placed on the agenda of Tuesday’s cabinet meeting.
Pheu Thai shrugs off Thaksin 'meddling'
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 15/07/2025
» The ruling Pheu Thai Party has brushed off accusations that former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is exerting undue influence over the government, saying the claims are politically motivated and lack substance.
Reshuffles mean little at ground level
News, Published on 14/07/2025
» In the bustling aisles of Bang Lamphu fresh market in Khon Kaen, conversations no longer revolve around the day's produce or prices but the country's politics -- and not with much hope.