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Construction, property shift tactics
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 07/04/2026
» The construction and property sectors are being forced to adjust strategies and build greater resilience to cope with volatile energy prices, as the Middle East conflict drives up both energy and construction material costs, according to Siam Commercial Bank Economic Intelligence Center (EIC).
Mideast expats eye Thai luxury homes
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 01/04/2026
» The conflict in the Middle East has begun to prompt expatriates working in the region, as well as buyers from affected countries, to seek ready-to-move residential units in beach destinations, particularly Phuket.
Minor banking on asset‑light model
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 24/03/2026
» Minor Hotels, a subsidiary of SET-listed Minor International, plans to rebalance its investment‑heavy portfolio to a 50:50 mix from two‑thirds by prioritising asset‑light and franchise models, aiming to accelerate growth while maintaining selective investments.
Sansiri confident amid global turmoil
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 11/03/2026
» Construction costs for housing and condo projects already launched remain largely unaffected by global uncertainties, although a prolonged rise in oil prices could push up building costs for new developments, says SET-listed developer Sansiri.
Pruksa continues scaling back launches this year
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 04/03/2026
» SET-listed developer Pruksa Holding continues to scale back new residential launches this year, planning only seven projects worth a combined 8.2 billion baht as it shifts focus to clearing unsold inventory worth 66 billion baht and expanding recurring-income assets.
Hotel sector braces for challenging year
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 10/02/2026
» Thailand's hotel sector will remain highly challenging in 2026, pressured by multiple factors, including uncertainty in key foreign markets amid global geopolitical risks and the continued strength of the baht, according to Kasikorn Research Center.
Bangkok office market stays in flux
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 03/02/2026
» The Bangkok office market in 2026 is expected to remain highly competitive but more selective, as limited new supply, rising Grade A demand and ESG-driven relocations reshape leasing strategies, according to property consultancies.
Industrial land market faces critical year amid challenges
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 03/02/2026
» Thailand's industrial and logistics property market is entering a critical phase in 2026 as global supply chains reset and major economies redirect long-term investment, presenting both challenges and rare structural opportunities for the country.
CPN planning expansion of budget Go Hotel chain
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 17/01/2026
» SET-listed Central Pattana (CPN) is planning a nationwide expansion of its budget hotel chain Go Hotel to capitalise on a limited supply of national brands offering affordable accommodation.
Bangkok office landscape at critical juncture
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 12/01/2026
» As Bangkok's prime districts experience a surge in premium Grade A towers, older office buildings face a "lease or die" ultimatum.