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Thai govt planning unit sounds alarm on 'buy now, pay later' trend
Published on 25/08/2025
» The government’s planning unit has expressed concern over the growing trend of “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) consumption through online platforms, which has now spread to cover instalment payments for food and fuel expenses, stimulating households to take on excessive debt.
Cha-am beach mulls alcohol sales on 5 Buddhist holy days to boost tourism, economy
Chaiwat Satyaem, Published on 25/08/2025
» PHETCHABURI - This central Thai province is considering allowing sales of spirits on Cha-am beach and nearby areas on five major Buddhist days to cater to tourists and promote the local economy.
SET Hosts Thailand Focus 2025 in August
Published on 25/08/2025
» Bangkok, August 25, 2025 - The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) will host the 19th edition of its flagship investment conference, Thailand Focus 2025, from 27–29 August at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok.
Thai exports beat forecast in July but growth to slow due to tariffs
Published on 25/08/2025
» Thailand's export growth slowed in July but beat forecasts as shipments accelerated ahead of US tariffs, but growth is set to slow over the rest of the year after those tariffs took effect, the commerce ministry said on Monday.
Thailand car production drops in July, local sales up
Published on 25/08/2025
» Car production in Thailand fell for the first time in three months in July as tariff uncertainty hurt export demand, while sales extended recent gains helped by strong growth in electric vehicles, the Federation of Thai Industries said on Monday.
SCB Supports MQDC’s The Forestias with THB 22bn
Published on 25/08/2025
» Magnolia Quality Development Corporation Limited (MQDC) is advancing Thailand’s largest real estate development, “The Forestias”, with plans to complete the residential zone by 2026. In a major show of confidence, Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) has extended THB 22 billion in project financing, recognising MQDC’s potential to set world-class standards in real estate and lead innovation in sustainable living.
TED Fund Boosts Innovation with Awards, Partnerships
Published on 25/08/2025
» Bangkok, August 25, 2025 — The Technology and Innovation-Based Enterprise Development Fund (TED Fund) is intensifying efforts to build a comprehensive innovation ecosystem by expanding its TED Fellow mentor network with four new organisations, launching the inaugural TED Fellow Awards 2025, and signing MOUs with two strategic partners—UOB FinLab and Krungsri Finnovate—to enhance funding access and financial expertise for Thai startups, boosting their competitiveness on the global stage.
BAAC plans B10bn debt restructuring
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 25/08/2025
» The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) is preparing a debt haircut for 10 billion baht worth of chronic debt and money owed by borrowers over 70.
Gold rush eyed for LEO satellite services
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 25/08/2025
» Satellite operator Thaicom and state agency National Telecom (NT) plan to utilise their global partners' low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites to become substantial sources of revenue.
Igniting an investment revolution
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 25/08/2025
» As global priorities shift towards sustainability, environmental, social and governance (ESG) investment has become increasingly popular for businesses transitioning to a low-carbon economy.