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Thai exporters on edge as Trump swerves
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/02/2025
» The Thai National Shippers’ Council suggests establishing a war room to address the policies of US President Donald Trump to ensure Thailand can achieve its export growth target of 1-3% this year.
Stimulus measures boost consumer confidence for 3rd month
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 15/01/2025
» Thai consumer confidence rose for a third consecutive month in December as sentiment was bolstered by government stimulus measures and tourism, according to the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).
Thai exports helped by strong December
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 08/01/2025
» The Thai National Shippers' Council (TNSC) upgraded its Thai export growth forecast for 2024 to 5% following a robust performance in December.
Local rice varieties winnowed out
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 13/08/2024
» Rice exporters warned that local rice varieties are at risk of extinction as farmers flock to plant a Vietnamese rice variety known for its soft texture.
Farmers warned of threat posed by GM Chinese corn
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 28/06/2024
» The Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO) is warning farmers and cassava growers to be wary of genetically modified (GM) corn development in China because of its potential to be used as a substitute for cassava in the production of animal feed and ethanol.
Going against the grain
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/05/2024
» The government's plan to sell old rice stored in warehouses for a decade in northeastern Thailand stunned some onlookers, leading to concerns about the adverse impact on public health.
Q1 exports anticipated to dip 3-5%
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 08/02/2023
» Exports are expected to contract 3-5% in the first quarter before starting to recover in the second and third quarters, partially helped by China's reopening, lower freight rates and high global purchases, according to the national shipping group.
Demand sturdy as rice export target 7.5m tonnes
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 02/02/2023
» Thailand has set a rice export target for this year of 7.5 million tonnes, slightly lower than the 7.69 million tonnes exported in 2022.
Spending during World Cup set to rise
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 10/11/2022
» Consumer spending during World Cup 2022 is expected to increase from the previous tournament held four years ago, driven by greater economic activity amid concerns over a possible surge in gambling on the matches.
Tourism, consumption lead GDP growth
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 18/10/2022
» The economy is on course for continuous recovery driven by increasing tourism activities and active private consumption, with the growth rate expected to return to pre-Covid level by the end of this year or beginning of 2023, according to Anucha Burapachaisri, the government spokesman.