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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.
Virtual banks to shake up Thai finance next year
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/12/2025
» By mid-2026, Thais are expected to be able to access virtual banks, offering expanded options for people underserved by formal financial services.
Low-carbon economy looms
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 17/11/2025
» Thailand's carbon-intensive industries are under growing pressure to fast-track their green transition after the new government announced an ambitious plan to accelerate the country's net zero goal by 15 years, from 2065 to 2050.
Citi Thailand projects 3.2% GDP growth
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 20/12/2024
» Citi Thailand is upbeat about the local economy in 2025, fuelled by domestic investments from both the public and private sectors, with tourism remaining a key driver of growth.
KTC preps new core system amid IT rejig
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 10/12/2024
» Krungthai Card (KTC), a subsidiary of Krungthai Bank (KTB), is set to launch a new core system next year and restructure its IT unit to support sustainable long-term growth.
Krungsri set to reach portfolio target early
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 19/11/2024
» Bank of Ayudhya (Krungsri) expects to be able to achieve its social and sustainable finance (SSF) portfolio target of 100 billion baht ahead of schedule, driven by strong demand for these kinds of financial services.
Banks projected to beat sustainable loan growth targets
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 04/06/2024
» Large banks anticipate achieving sustainable loan growth targets ahead of their timelines over the next few years, aligning with Thailand's net-zero transition goals.
BoT calls for stable policies
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 20/07/2023
» Public confidence is more important than the new face of the upcoming coalition government and the new prime minister, while policy normalisation and the stability of fiscal and monetary policies are still required from the new government rather than economic stimulus, according to the governor of the Bank of Thailand.
BoT delays publication of virtual bank rules to Q3
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 26/04/2023
» The Bank of Thailand has postponed the issuance of virtual bank regulations until the third quarter of this year because it needs more time to clarify the new business licensing with related parties.
BoT adds SME debt rejig options
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/06/2021
» The Bank of Thailand has added debt restructuring measures for entrepreneurs as the impact deepens from the third wave of the pandemic.