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Coping with a sluggish outlook
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 28/04/2025
» As several countries seek trade negotiations with the US during the 90-day pause on tariffs, Thailand's slow progress has sparked concerns over potential economic repercussions.
Struggling restaurants and nightspots seek tax relief
Post Reporters, Published on 21/03/2025
» Operators of entertainment venues and restaurants are petitioning the Thai government to temporarily suspend the 5% excise tax imposed on them, citing the economic downturn.
Hoping for the best
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 29/12/2023
» With 2024 around the corner everyone is hoping for a better year.
Timeline unnerves some sectors
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 05/06/2023
» The Move Forward Party (MFP) and seven coalition political parties are expected to ascend to power in early August.
The price of populism
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 18/04/2023
» After the Songkran celebrations peter out, Thais must contemplate the general election on May 14 and decide whether political parties' campaign pledges will really create a healthier economy.
US bank fears hit Asia stocks
Post Reporters, Published on 14/03/2023
» The Thai stock exchange fell more than 3%, almost 50 points, on Tuesday in tandem with most Asian stock markets due to fears of contagion effects from the collapse of US banks.
Shippers seek 1-2% export growth this year
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 08/03/2023
» Despite a host of risk factors, including an uncertain global economy and relatively volatile energy prices, the national shipping group still hopes to stimulate export growth of 1-2% this year.
Evaluating the China effect
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 16/01/2023
» One-third of the world economy may slide into a recession this year, but the outlook for China remains more murky.
A challenging year ahead
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 03/01/2023
» Global economic growth in 2023 is expected to remain sluggish, following a year roiled by the war in Ukraine and soaring inflation.
Tiptoeing through the minefield
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 31/12/2022
» 2023 should be the first time in three years Thailand can fully return to normal practices after Covid-19 was downgraded to endemic in October 2022. Yet busineses still need to stay alert to several obstacles on the horizon.