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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).
Thai growth projections upgraded on lower US tariffs
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 06/08/2025
» The local private sector has increased its forecast for Thai GDP growth this year to 1.8-2.2%, rising from an estimate of 1.5-2% following the recent US decision to reduce tariffs on imports from Thailand from 36% to 19%.
Users share responsibility in financial fraud decree
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 30/04/2025
» Victims of financial crimes may be fully liable for damages if losses result from their own negligence under the new emergency decree, according to the Bank of Thailand.
IMF pushes for stronger Thai financial security
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 11/04/2025
» The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is urging Thailand to strengthen household financial security to mitigate the country's persistently high household debt.
Thailand to avoid US tariff hit
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 22/01/2025
» Citi Thailand expects US tariff hikes to have a limited impact on exports, as Thailand is not the main target of American taxation policies.
Generation Rent
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 02/12/2024
» Potential homebuyers from Gen Y and Z face significant obstacles to owning a home, with the primary one limited access to mortgages.
Banks preparing to suspend interest fees
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 07/11/2024
» The Thai Bankers' Association (TBA) is implementing a new debt restructuring programme covering borrowing valued at 1.4 trillion baht, aimed at alleviating household debt over three years.
Call for national asset management firm
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 17/09/2024
» SCB EIC, the research centre under Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), says the government should establish a national asset management company (AMC) to prepare for a potential increase in non-performing loans (NPLs) within the banking industry.
Economists expect vote for rate cut
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/04/2024
» Economists anticipate the Bank of Thailand will opt to lower its policy rate on Wednesday, giving a short-term boost to the country's economy, which has been hindered by delays in budget disbursement.
Auto loan segment volatile
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 20/01/2024
» Thailand's uneven economic recovery has affected some auto loan borrowers and increased default risk.