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Thai auto parts exporters eye Argentina
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 17/09/2025
» Argentina's regulatory change regarding safety certificates for auto parts is expected to benefit Thai exporters as they can now use licences or certificates from internationally recognised organisations, according to the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP).
Nation edgy as decision day looms
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 19/07/2025
» The new US tariffs are set to have global repercussions and impact various countries unless negotiations for more favourable rates can be achieved prior to Aug 1.
Australia and Thailand aim for sustainable trade
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 10/05/2025
» Thailand and Australia are seeking to reinforce sustainable and stable regional trade, with a focus on increasing the value of automotive exports and maintaining Thailand’s position as the top exporter of pickup trucks to Australia, Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan said on Saturday.
Higher incomes record more debt
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 27/03/2025
» Government employees, farmers and private sector employees are the most indebted, primarily because of home and car purchases, according to a 2024 survey conducted by the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO).
Consumer confidence hits eight-month peak
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/02/2025
» The Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) hit an eight-month high in January, driven by government economic stimulus efforts, according to a survey conducted by the University of Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).
Inflation advances for 10th month in a row in January
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/02/2025
» Inflation in January was 1.32%, marking 10 consecutive months of growth. The rise was driven by higher fuel costs and food and beverage prices.
Inflation level in 2024 lowest in 4 years
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 07/01/2025
» Thailand's average consumer price index (CPI) increased by 0.4% in 2024 year-on-year, the lowest inflation in four years, according to the Commerce Ministry.
Headline inflation this year forecast between 0.2-0.8%
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 05/12/2024
» The Commerce Ministry predicts headline inflation for 2024 will be between 0.2% and 0.8%, with a midpoint of 0.5%.
New registrations likely to outperform 2024 target
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 31/10/2024
» The Department of Business Development (DBD) expects new business registrations for 2024 to reach its target range of 90,000 to 98,000 as more investment budget for the 2025 fiscal year is disbursed and the high season for tourism arrives at year-end.
Panel to revive economy
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 29/10/2024
» A joint state-private committee will be set up to come up with measures to address the country's economic problems and boost GDP growth, according to the chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC), Sanan Angubolkul.