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Pundits fret over oil prices as war widens
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 31/03/2026
» Analysts are expressing concerns about the new government's ability to manage skyrocketing oil prices, as Houthi rebel involvement signals a broadening and prolonged conflict in the Middle East.
Gold prices sag as Chinese New Year starts
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 18/02/2026
» Gold prices typically rise during Lunar New Year as demand for the precious metal strengthens during this auspicious season.
Gold traders oppose tax on transactions
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 17/09/2025
» Gold traders voiced opposition to Thai authorities' discussion of imposing a tax on physical gold and online transactions, saying such efforts to rein in baht appreciation would cause the country to lose its status as a gold trading hub.
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).
US tariffs set to dent foreign investment
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 29/04/2025
» Foreign direct investment (FDI), especially investment coming from China, is expected to be hard hit by America's reciprocal tariff policy, says a unit of China Galaxy Securities (CGS), a state-owned brokerage, which noted that the steep US tariff would dent Thai GDP by about 1% this year.
BoT rate cut likely as growth is insufficient
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 19/02/2025
» A disappointing GDP rate in the fourth quarter of 2024 raises the probability that the Bank of Thailand will cut the policy rate in the first half this year, say economists, while being a potential target of US reciprocal tariffs puts the country's growth this year at risk.
Baht to weaken next year amid US tariffs
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 20/12/2024
» The baht is expected to depreciate and finish at 34.50 to the US dollar by year-end, before sliding to 35.50 in 2025 as new US government policies pressure the yuan next year, says Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research).
Thailand in the region's top 3 for IPOs
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 20/11/2024
» Thailand ranked among the top three initial public offering (IPO) markets in Southeast Asia, representing 26% of total fundraising across the region, with a strong pipeline of IPOs in the consumer, healthcare and real estate sectors, says global consultancy Deloitte.
Baht plunges after Pheu Thai politician made Bank of Thailand chairman
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 14/11/2024
» The baht is on course to slip below the key resistance level of 35 to the US dollar after depreciating sharply since government aide Kittiratt Na-Ranong was named the new Bank of Thailand board chairman, raising doubts over the central bank's autonomy, say analysts.
Govt unveils plan to boost SET
News, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 25/06/2024
» The Finance Ministry and stock market regulators on Monday announced measures to revitalise the sluggish Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index, yet they played down a request from stock analysts to revive the tax-incentive long-term equity funds (LTFs).