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Fitch says durable coalition crucial to fiscal outlook
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/02/2026
» A durable coalition will be critical to Thailand's post-election fiscal outlook and would help reduce the risk of a sovereign rating downgrade, says Fitch Ratings.
Optimism over new government's budget
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/02/2026
» The World Bank expects the formation of Thailand's new government and the disbursement of the fiscal 2027 budget to proceed on schedule, helping the country to achieve economic growth of 1.6% this year.
Thailand's major banks target modest loan growth in 2026
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 10/02/2026
» Major domestic banks have set modest loan growth targets for 2026 in line with the slower pace of the Thai economy, while maintaining a selective approach to new lending.
Bank of Thailand expected to avoid manipulation charge
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 06/02/2026
» Thailand has a low likelihood of being designated a currency manipulator, as foreign exchange intervention in the baht remains well below the US threshold, according to Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research).
World Bank calls for rejig of growth model
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 06/02/2026
» Thailand should use the global spotlight from hosting the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in October this year to reposition its economic growth model, according to a senior World Bank official.
E-savings gain appeal as interest rates edge lower
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 26/01/2026
» As interest rates continue to decline, e-savings deposit accounts are emerging as an attractive option for younger Thais looking to take their first steps towards saving.
Bangkok Bank urges government emphasis on foreign direct investment
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 15/01/2026
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) has called on the new government to emphasise investment support to accommodate an anticipated increase in foreign trade and investment flows across Southeast Asia over five years.
Industrial decline forcing Thais into service jobs
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 08/01/2026
» The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has expressed concern over the weakening income outlook in the labour market, as an industrial slowdown continues to push workers into the service sector.
Gold traders must report daily trades
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 05/12/2025
» The Bank of Thailand is requiring gold traders to report daily transactions across both physical and digital channels.
Bangkok Bank focused on wealthy credit card users
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 19/11/2025
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) plans to focus on the upper income segment for its credit card business as it aims to maintain its wealth customer base.