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Stock markets, dollar rise on EU-US trade deal
AFP, Published on 28/07/2025
» LONDON - Stock markets and the dollar advanced on Monday after the European Union and United States struck a deal to avert a damaging trade war.
To go far, go EV
Business, Published on 25/07/2025
» At the time of writing, the S&P 500 Index is trading at a fresh all-time-high, up 6.3% for the year to date after being down almost 18% at one point in early April. The 10-year US Treasury yield is around 4.3%, up from levels slightly below 4% in early April.
Omoda & Jaecoo vows to expand Thai investment
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 22/07/2025
» Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Omoda & Jaecoo (Thailand) is planning to spend more money in a bid to stimulate sales of EVs amid the sluggish automotive market in Thailand.
Detailing Neta's fall from grace
Published on 12/07/2025
» Jutamas Tadthiemrom, an employee of a Bangkok-based media corporation, has been using her Neta electric vehicle (EV) for just over a year. The main reason she bought it was to reduce her fuel expenses, as she had used her previous car for more than 12 years.
Chinese EVs flood Thai market, but after-sales support lags
Published on 11/07/2025
» Thailand’s electric vehicle (EV) market is expanding rapidly, driven by generous government subsidies and tax incentives. However, the influx of Chinese EV brands has sparked concerns over inadequate after-sales service, leaving consumers vulnerable—especially in light of the ongoing controversy surrounding NETA, a Chinese EV brand now facing legal action over unresolved customer complaints.
Cost, benefit of global value chain
Oped, Published on 11/07/2025
» Geopolitics are a major driver of the deglobalisation now being spearheaded by the United States. But there are also economic arguments to be made for bringing supply chains closer to home. So, what are the economic costs of globalisation, and do they outweigh the benefits?
Thailand weighs casino legalisation
News, Dave Kendall, Published on 08/07/2025
» As Thailand edges closer to legalising casinos under its proposed Entertainment Complex Bill, the debate over potential benefits and risks is intensifying.
Thai auto sector showing signs of recovery, minister says
Published on 05/07/2025
» Encouraging signs are emerging in Thailand’s industrial sector, particularly in automotive manufacturing, which is showing a strong recovery after a prolonged contraction, according to Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul.
China's intense EV rivalry tests Thailand's local production goals
Published on 04/07/2025
» Hyper-competition in China's electric vehicle sector is spilling over to its biggest market in Asia, Thailand, as smaller players struggle to compete with dominant BYD, putting ambitious local production plans at risk.
Thailand considering pickup truck trade-in scheme to boost sales
Published on 23/06/2025
» Thailand is considering a measure to allow pickup trucks of 20-25 years to be traded in for new ones with a tax discount in a bid to boost sluggish sales, the finance minister said on Monday.