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New Year spending projected to be best since 2019
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/12/2025
» Consumer spending in Thailand during the New Year 2026 holiday period is expected to reach 111.6 billion baht nationwide, the highest in six years and a modest year-on-year increase of 2.1%, according to the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).
Call to address capital inflows hurting exporters
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/12/2025
» The Thai National Shippers' Council (TNSC) is concerned about baht appreciation because it may be influenced by foreign capital inflows and not aligned with the real economy.
New scheme seeks to lower drug costs
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 20/12/2025
» Thailand is now defined as an "aged" society, with increased demand for medical services resulting in overcrowding in public hospitals.
Prices dip again in November
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 05/12/2025
» Headline inflation was negative for an eighth consecutive month in November due to falling energy prices and government measures to reduce the cost of living, according to the Commerce Ministry.
Private sector launches anti-corruption drive
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 19/11/2025
» The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) has established a working group called "Zero Corruption: JSCCIB and Friends Won't Tolerate It" to declare the Thai private sector's opposition to all forms of corruption.
Government and hospitals act to bring down drug costs
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/11/2025
» A new agreement between the Thai government and private hospitals aims to reduce living costs by 32 billion baht by promoting transparency in drug pricing and giving consumers more options when purchasing medications.
Ministry, association join forces for low cost campaign
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 21/10/2025
» The Ministry of Commerce, in collaboration with the Thai Retailers and Wholesalers Association and over 90 networks of modern trade and malls nationwide, will hold the "Local Low Cost" campaign from Nov 1 to 15, offering essential items at discounts of up to 60%.
Chamber proposes quick labour measures
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 21/10/2025
» The Thai Chamber of Commerce has proposed "Quick Big Win" measures to enhance labour management.
Delving into the details of Thailand Plus One
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 11/10/2025
» The "Thailand Plus One" initiative has stimulated investments in Thailand and its neighbouring countries for several years. However, as dynamics evolve in the region and on the global stage, the viability of this approach has come under scrutiny.
New cabinet lifts consumer confidence
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 09/10/2025
» The consumer confidence index (CCI) in September rose for the first time in eight months as consumers are optimistic about the government's economic stimulus measures, according to the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).