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Insurers face a raft of economic challenges
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 02/01/2026
» Unfavourable economic conditions, political instability, soaring medical costs and natural disaster risks are the top challenges facing insurance companies in Thailand, while the country's ageing society could support continued health insurance expansion.
Association plans to set up Natural Catastrophe Fund
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 23/12/2025
» The Thai General Insurance Association (TGIA) plans to establish a permanent Natural Catastrophe Fund in the first half of 2026 amid increasingly frequent and severe natural disasters in the country, with an initial sum of 50 billion baht.
Analysts predict business loans to increase in Q4
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 12/11/2025
» Business loans will likely pick up this quarter from the prior three months, both from large corporations and small businesses, while the Bank of Thailand's regulations to support the government's debt relief programme provide financial institutions options in managing non-performing loans (NPLs), say analysts.
Auto loans likely static for rest of 2025
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 15/10/2025
» Auto hire-purchase lending is likely to remain flat in the second half of 2025 despite falling interest rates and competitive new car pricing, says Tris Rating, citing cautious lending practices, weak consumer purchasing power, a glut of used cars and limited truck demand.
Delta sees impact on supply chain from tariffs
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 30/07/2025
» Delta Electronics, Thailand's largest electronics firm by market capitalisation, says Southeast Asia and India will continue to be its powerhouse to serve global customers, but it is concerned that US tariffs will cause a medium-term impact on the supply chain.
Frasers expands its regional presence
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 08/07/2025
» Frasers Property, the Singapore-based property developer and management company of the Sirivadhanabhakdi family, is deepening its presence in Thailand, Vietnam and Singapore to build a resilient portfolio amid an increasingly uncertain global environment.
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).
Allianz says risk profile not dented by quake
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 02/04/2025
» Thailand’s risk profile for natural disasters has not changed following the March 28 earthquake, but the tremor raised awareness among consumers and companies about adequate protection to keep insurance premiums affordable, says the Thai unit of German insurer Allianz.
Delta unfazed by latest tax regulations
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 10/01/2025
» Despite short-term challenges posed by new tax regulations, Delta Electronics (Thailand) is pressing ahead with annual capital investment of roughly US$300 million (10.4 billion baht) to expand capacity and enhance innovations for its Thai operations.
Loan growth projected to contract this year
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 06/12/2024
» Bank loan growth is expected to contract this year, although it picked up slightly in the fourth quarter, with banks continuing their credit tightening in 2025-26 amid subdued GDP growth, say analysts.