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Choppy waters for new BoT boss
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 29/09/2025
» Vitai Ratanakorn, the former president of Government Savings Bank (GSB), assumes the helm at the Bank of Thailand on Oct 1, with the change coming at a precarious time as the nation faces a complex mix of internal and external challenges.
Government Savings Bank rolls out fresh B100bn in soft loans for hard-hit SMEs
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 17/09/2025
» Government Savings Bank (GSB) is introducing another 100-billion-baht soft loan package to help restore liquidity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) affected by the economic slowdown, as the initial 100-billion package is close to depletion.
Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok Celebrates Five Years of Success
Published on 26/08/2025
» Bangkok, August 22, 2025 – Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok, Thailand’s first and only premium outlet destination, proudly marks its 5th anniversary. The milestone highlights the success of its comprehensive business strategy spanning marketing, customer engagement with both Thai and international shoppers, and strengthening international brand recognition through a distinctive and exceptional shopping experience.
Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok Celebrates 5th Anniversary
Published on 25/08/2025
» Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok, Thailand’s first and only premium outlet destination, proudly marks its 5th anniversary. The milestone highlights the success of its comprehensive business strategy, spanning marketing, customer engagement with Thai and international shoppers, and strengthening global brand recognition through a distinctive shopping experience.
A difference of opinion
News, Published on 16/08/2025
» When the moment of truth came -- that Thailand had been slapped with a 19% tariff by the US, down from the originally threatened 36% -- several implications for the government were spelt out by experts, both positive and cautionary.
Thai banks swiftly follow policy rate reduction
Business, Published on 15/08/2025
» Local banks have responded swiftly to the Bank of Thailand's policy rate cut, reducing their lending interest rates.
US tariffs to be cushioned by B25bn state package
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 25/07/2025
» The Finance Ministry is allocating an additional 25 billion baht in the 2026 fiscal budget to mitigate the impact of tariff measures imposed by US President Donald Trump.
Central bank's direction in the spotlight
Business, Published on 23/07/2025
» Despite high hopes for greater flexibility and more cooperation between the Bank of Thailand and the government, economists remain concerned about the bank's independence and creditibilty.
Cabinet approves Vitai as next Bank of Thailand chief
Published on 22/07/2025
» Thailand's cabinet on Tuesday gave its approval for Vitai Ratanakorn to be the next governor of the Bank of Thailand, a government official said.
Are damaged Thai banknotes still usable?
Patiparn Changpoo, Published on 17/07/2025
» Whether damaged Thai banknotes are accepted generally depends on the discretion of individual vendors. Minor damage, such as a small tear at the corner, often does not prevent their use for payment.