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Banks raise reserves to deal with effects of war
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 01/04/2026
» Thai banks are increasing their loan-loss reserves to prepare for the impact of a prolonged war in the Middle East and to support a growing number of vulnerable customers.
Crude prices test GDP, inflation goals
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/03/2026
» The government is advised to adopt a managed float approach to deal with energy prices amid expectations that domestic diesel prices could reach 60 baht per litre.
Exporters confront carbon footprints
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/03/2026
» Thai exporters are under growing pressure to accelerate their transition to low-carbon production, as the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) came into force on Jan 1, though its effects have been felt for several years.
The lowdown on net errors and omissions
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/09/2025
» The baht has continuously appreciated this year, with the Bank of Thailand attributing it primarily to a weaker dollar. Greater clarity in domestic politics lifted investor confidence, and Thailand's gold trade further supported the currency.
YouTrip eager to grow regional offerings
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 10/08/2024
» YouTrip, the Singapore-based fintech firm, is evolving beyond being a travel card service after establishing itself as Southeast Asia's leading multi-currency digital payments platform, demonstrating the fastest growth in the region's business sector.
Baht tipped to slide as US Fed delays rate cuts
News, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/04/2024
» The baht is poised to experience significant pressure, potentially reaching 37 baht per United States dollar next week, as a result of better-than-expected economic data from the US coupled with the US Federal Reserve's decision to hold off on interest rate cuts.
Panel calls for Pao Tang app for stimulus money
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 02/11/2023
» The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) supports the government using the Pao Tang app for the 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme.
BBL outstrips credit card spending target for 2 months
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 28/03/2023
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) has surpassed its credit card spending target for the first two months of 2023, driven by the recovery of Thailand's economy and tourism sector.
Bank of Thailand upbeat on Q1 rebound
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 01/04/2022
» The Bank of Thailand assesses the economy as being on a recovery path in the first quarter this year, supported by the export and tourism sectors despite several uncertainties.
Research houses predict export growth
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 28/07/2021
» Research houses have upgraded growth projections for Thai exports after shipments recorded high levels in June because of the global economic recovery.