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Thai hotels face double whammy from tariffs
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 15/05/2025
» Thai hotels are likely to face secondary effects from the US reciprocal tariffs as slowing tourist arrivals may cause hoteliers to cut prices or introduce more aggressive campaigns at home, while their overseas operations cannot escape the impact of the global economic slowdown.
Tariffs put fate of handout scheme in question
Post Reporters, Published on 14/05/2025
» The fate of the third phase of the government’s flagship digital wallet scheme is hanging in the balance in light of the impact of US tariffs on the Thai economy.
Tourism groups prepare proposals to offset crisis
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/05/2025
» The Federation of Thai Tourism Associations (Fetta) plans to submit a proposal to the prime minister in person this month, requesting a concrete plan to restore confidence and avoid a crisis.
Building owners choose to sell up as taxes start to bite
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 13/05/2025
» The land and building tax is continuing to force outdated and less competitive offices, apartments and hotels to exit the market, with many putting their assets up for sale or lease in the tourism sector.
Outlook seen dim for carriers until Q3
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 13/05/2025
» The outlook for the aviation industry has dimmed as international arrivals are expected to remain muted until the third quarter, with a significant slowdown from China the main culprit, say analysts.
Backing sought for water-based initiatives
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 13/05/2025
» The private sector in Nakhon Phanom has proposed an initiative to enhance river tourism along the Mekong while promoting cultural tourism, showcasing the diverse ethnic groups in upper Northeastern Thailand to improve income distribution within local communities.
BoT warns of long path to recovery
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 13/05/2025
» Structural problems are a key concern undermining Thailand's future growth potential, Bank of Thailand governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput has warned in a harrowing forecast of the country's economic future.
Tourism in the doldrums
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 12/05/2025
» The tourism industry posted underwhelming results for the first four months this year as the international market contracted by 0.2% year-on-year.
Govt banks on rainbow economy
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 12/05/2025
» Agencies are gearing up ahead of the Bangkok Pride Festival 2025 under the campaign "The Celebration: Right to Love" taking place on May 30–June 30, with the most anticipated event being the Pride Parade on June 1.
Investor confidence still stunted by trade concerns
Business, Published on 12/05/2025
» The investor confidence index (ICI) tallied by the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (Fetco) remained in the bearish zone last month, weighed down by global trade tensions, geopolitical conflicts and the domestic political situation.