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Private sector lauds speaker choice
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 05/07/2023
» Business leaders are expecting a smoother path for the Move Forward Party (MFP) and its seven political party allies to form a government and deal with economic challenges after settling on a House speaker.
Thailand's inequality remains entrenched
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 27/06/2023
» The Thai economy is suffering from widening inequality, with the proportion of poor people still hovering at 6-8% of the total, particularly in the agricultural sector.
Consumer confidence hit 20-month high last month
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 09/12/2022
» Consumer confidence increased for the sixth straight month in November, hitting a 20-month high, lifted by improved economic activity, an increase in foreign tourist arrivals and lower petrol prices.
Recession fears deepen
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 11/10/2022
» State agencies, businesses and households are being urged to brace for a global economic slowdown which could easily deteriorate into a recession next year.
Sugary drink makers get tax reprieve
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 21/09/2022
» Manufacturers of sugary drinks have been given more time to adjust their recipes after the government pushed back the latest hike in the excise levy for another six months.
Shippers upbeat on next year's trade prospects
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/11/2020
» Shippers forecast exports to recover to 5% growth next year, helped by an improving global economy and world trade.
Asean paves path towards better FTAs
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/12/2019
» Thailand looks poised to improve free trade agreements (FTAs) under the Asean framework next year, aiming to extend tariff cuts to cover more products, particularly sensitive items.
The prickly path to the top
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 26/10/2019
» Head of the shippers’ trade group serves as role model for female executives.
Face of next PM will 'be similar to Prayut'
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 01/11/2018
» Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak has hinted the next prime minister will be a person whose face "looks similar" to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's.
UTCC says 7.9% export rise viable
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 17/01/2018
» Exports may grow by as much as 7.9% this year if Chinese demand continues, the economies of developed trading partners persist on their recovery path and Thailand succeeds in tapping new markets, says the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).