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Mounting economic woes pummel industry's morale
Business, Published on 17/07/2025
» A storm of economic pain has hit local entrepreneurs, causing the Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TISI) to fall to an eight-month low in June, with the situation likely to lead to a dim industry outlook over the next three months, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Chafing under medical marijuana changes
News, Published on 02/07/2025
» Small business owners and employees in cannabis shops have raised concerns about the abrupt regulatory changes on the use of cannabis and their economic impact.
Thailand's cannabis dreams go up in smoke
News, Published on 27/06/2025
» In the fertile plains of Nakhon Ratchasima, Somkiat Nitiketkosol tends to his cannabis farm, Suan Fah Yim, with a heavy heart. For years, small- and medium-sized cannabis growers like him have weathered fierce competition, plunging prices and shifting government policies.
AROMA GROUP Champions Thai Coffee with New Facility
Published on 25/06/2025
» AROMA GROUP, Thailand’s leading coffee enterprise, has reaffirmed its commitment to uplifting local farmers and advancing Thai coffee quality through the launch of a state-of-the-art processing facility in Hang Dong District, Chiang Mai. Spanning over 8,000 square metres, this new plant offers a fully integrated production process, from meticulously selecting ripe coffee cherries, to pulping and separating the beans, and finally roasting them with cutting-edge machinery imported from Colombia, one of the world’s premier coffee-producing countries. By sourcing directly from farmers in the region, AROMA GROUP streamlines the supply chain, reducing costs for producers and ensuring fair returns for their harvests. Overseeing every stage of processing in-house, it guarantees consistently superior products for consumers, all while setting a new benchmark for excellence in Thai coffee.
Thai consumer spending tightens
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 26/05/2025
» Quiet tourist attractions with fewer guests and complaints from local merchants about stagnant purchasing power have become more pronounced, as the Thai economy braces for another slump in the second quarter, which is typically a low season for spending.
Rare durians and premium fruits come to Siam Paragon
Life, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 24/04/2025
» Rare durian varieties and premium fruits from across the country will take centre stage during Siam Paragon Tropical Fruit Parade 2025, which will take place at Parc Paragon of Siam Paragon, Rama I Road, from tomorrow until May 5.
Commerce Ministry keeping close eye on prices
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 27/03/2025
» The Ministry of Commerce says it is monitoring product prices and rolling out initiatives to help minimise living expenses for Thais.
Siam Kubota foresees 8% revenue growth this year
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 05/03/2025
» Farm truck maker Siam Kubota Corporation expects its revenue to increase by 8% year-on-year to 67 billion baht in 2025 despite stronger market competition.
Industrial confidence falls in December
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 21/01/2025
» The Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TISI) fell to 90.1 points in December last year, mainly due to a slowdown in the manufacturing sector and the impact of floods, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
PM2.5 dust crisis drains city economy
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 17/12/2024
» Bangkok faces annual economic losses of over 400 billion baht caused by air pollution, particularly fine particulate matter smaller than 2.5 microns or PM2.5, a recent seminar was told.