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Pundits upbeat on monetary-fiscal fusing
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/02/2026
» The Bank of Thailand's rate cut this week, earlier than analysts expected, is a "positive surprise" sending a signal that monetary and fiscal policies should work more coherently from now on to prop up a subdued economy, note analysts.
Pundits assess disaster's impact on Thai growth
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 03/12/2025
» The final impact of the devastating floods in the South on GDP growth will depend on the speed of recovery and reconstruction, say analysts, as the government could expedite disaster relief cash handouts to affected households in the less prosperous region.
Thai stocks suffer amid political turmoil
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 21/10/2025
» Uncertainties surrounding next year's election and the administration that will subsequently take office have prompted foreign investors to continue to underweight Thai stocks, though they have looked at investing in sectors that have benefited from stimulus measures such as the "Khon La Khrueng" and tourism co-payment schemes.
Airports of Thailand shares continue to fall
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 16/06/2025
» Shares in Airports of Thailand (AOT) continued to plunge on Monday as the company said it would negotiate with King Power Duty Free (KPD) within 45 days after the latter requested a possible termination of a duty-free concession contract at five airports.
Unpacking the new co-pay rule
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 08/03/2025
» The new co-payment rule is set to transform the health insurance industry, which has been affected by rising medical costs, challenging economic conditions and unnecessary claims in recent years.
Pundits trumpet imminent insurance co-pay scheme
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 24/01/2025
» The co-payment scheme, which takes effect on March 1, is critical to reducing overconsumption of medical services and will keep healthcare costs and insurance premiums affordable in the long term, say analysts.
Medical costs in Thailand surge
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/11/2024
» Medical costs in Thailand, which have been skyrocketing since 2020, are projected to increase by another 15% next year, requiring sustainable solutions and joint efforts from individuals, the private sector and the government, say analysts.
Call for charges to be filed in share manipulation case
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 26/07/2024
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has called on the prosecutor to file charges with the Civil Court against nine offenders for share manipulation of three companies after they refused to comply with the punishment measures.
Creditors file in court for PDITL rehabilitation
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 26/10/2023
» Four financial creditors of Phelps Dodge International (Thailand) (PDITL), a subsidiary of the scandal-plagued, SET-listed Stark Corporation, have jointly filed for the rehabilitation of Stark's cable-making unit to the Central Bankruptcy Court, according to the company's filing to the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET).
Bourse issues warning to investors over ALL debentures
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 03/08/2023
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) is warning investors to study and monitor the progress regarding All Inspire Development Plc's (ALL) default on interest payments for its debentures after the MAI-listed property developer announced a default on payments of debts of more than 2.4 billion baht.