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Shares rally as Trump delays Iran decision
Business, Published on 21/06/2025
» RECAP: Asian equities staged a relief rally and the dollar declined after the White House said President Donald Trump would decide within two weeks whether Washington will join Israel in launching strikes against Iran.
War curbing Israeli tourist arrivals to Thailand
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 20/06/2025
» With the ongoing Israel-Iran war, The growth of the Israeli tourist market in Thailand this year is projected to shrink due to flight disruptions and airfares.
Coup fears mount amidst turbulence
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 20/06/2025
» Thailand's economy could face its greatest risk if political changes occur in ways that do not follow democratic processes, warns a Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI) economist.
Fed keeps US rates unchanged in face of Trump criticism
AFP, Published on 19/06/2025
» WASHINGTON - The US Federal Reserve held interest rates steady for a fourth consecutive meeting Wednesday, forecasting higher inflation and cooler growth this year as President Donald Trump’s tariffs begin to take hold and geopolitical uncertainty swirls.
Leasing firms wary of tighter oversight
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 19/06/2025
» Leasing firms have expressed concerns over the Bank of Thailand's move to bring auto leasing and hire-purchase businesses under its supervision, saying tighter rules could push vulnerable borrowers towards informal lending.
Thailand urged to make move into smart production
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 19/06/2025
» Thailand must accelerate its transformation towards Industry 4.0, from traditional manufacturing to a regional hub for smart production, to remain globally competitive through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, and photonics technology, according to a leading manufacturer of optical and photonic products.
SCB trims growth view amid cloudy outlook
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 19/06/2025
» The Thai economy may grow by only 0.8% this year, with a technical recession highly likely in the second half if the government fails to convince the US to lower its reciprocal tariff on Thai exports, while conflicts intensify in the Middle East.
Can 'Land Bridge' ignite growth?
Oped, Published on 18/06/2025
» Thailand has long struggled to escape the middle-income trap. Despite its strategic location at the heart of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), the country continues to trail regional peers in GDP growth, capital market performance, and infrastructure competitiveness.
Thai-Indonesian Business Leaders Share Scaling-Up Strategies
Published on 17/06/2025
» Bangkok, June 17, 2025 – As businesses confront an era of rapid disruption, Thai and Indonesian executives are embracing innovation and adaptability to scale across Southeast Asia. This was the key message from the executive forum, “Scaling Up Business Across Thailand & Indonesia: Market Entry Strategies & Success Stories”, hosted by Sasin School of Management in collaboration with the Indonesia-Thai Chamber of Commerce (INTCC) on 12 June.
SET faces pressure from tariff developments
Business, Published on 17/06/2025
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand performed well in early May after the Bank of Thailand cut its benchmark interest rate by another quarter-point in late April to 1.75%, the second reduction this year. First-quarter results that exceeded market expectations also helped sentiment.