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Insurers look to manage risk from Middle East conflict
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 20/03/2026
» Insurance companies have taken steps to cautiously manage their risk exposure amid intensifying conflicts in the Middle East, which has resulted in the cost of war insurance coverage for ships in the Gulf region to reach "unprecedented levels".
Gold price tops $5,100 amid global chaos
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/01/2026
» Gold traders warn of a possible price correction after bullion surpassed US$5,100 an ounce for the first time on Monday amid rising geopolitical uncertainty and a weakening dollar, pressuring the baht to appreciate beyond 31 baht to the greenback.
Cyber-incidents deemed top Thai business risk
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 15/01/2026
» Cyber-incidents, including cybercrime, data breaches, ransomware and service interruptions, are the top business risk in Thailand for 2026, followed by natural catastrophes and risks related to climate change, according to the latest Allianz Risk Barometer.
Traders expect gold prices to continue to skyrocket
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 12/01/2026
» Traders say gold prices should continue to rise in the near term after bullion broke through US$4,600 an ounce for the first time on Monday, resulting in the baht’s appreciation despite policymakers’ efforts to stem the rise.
Delta targets double-digit revenue growth in 2026
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 08/12/2025
» Despite threats from US import tariffs and a looming artificial intelligence (AI) bubble, Delta Electronics (Thailand) is confident of achieving double-digit growth in revenue this year and next as Thailand remains one of the largest investment destinations for capacity expansion.
Chinese EV maker Neta woes pose threat to Thai car dealers
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 09/06/2025
» Troubles facing ailing Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Neta could have a drastic spillover effect on Thai car dealers, possibly forcing them to shut down, while insurance companies may choose to collect premiums directly from policyholders, says Allianz Ayudhya General Insurance (AAGI).
Tariff unease hits all asset classes
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 21/04/2025
» The unveiling of US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs has sent shockwaves across all asset classes as threats posed by high tariff rates and trade tensions introduced greater uncertainty into the global economy, say pundits.
Thai growth outlook remains stable
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 28/02/2025
» Economists have maintained Thailand's 2025 GDP growth forecast following the Bank of Thailand's recent interest rate cut, saying more reductions are likely during the year to lift a stagnant economy amid a challenging global outlook.
Declining competitiveness, loan growth dent GDP outlook
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 04/12/2024
» The deteriorating competitiveness of Thai automotive companies coupled with contracting loan growth and uncertainty regarding US president-elect Donald Trump's trade policies pose threats to the Thai economy next year, say economists who downgraded the nation's GDP growth outlook.
Big outlay for virtual banks
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 17/10/2024
» The three consortiums awarded virtual bank licences are projected to spend up to 5.7 billion baht in just one year from mid-2025 to develop digital platforms and offer products similar to their mobile banking counterparts, says Maybank Securities (Thailand).