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Electrical goods sales flat due to stagnant economy
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 11/02/2026
» The sluggish economy continues to cast a shadow over Thailand's electrical appliance industry this year, though warm weather and the World Cup may propel sales.
Safety first for Chinese
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 24/12/2025
» Thai tourism started 2025 with a scandal as Chinese actor Wang Xing was abducted and taken to a scam centre in Myanmar, then an earthquake shook Bangkok, natural disasters persisted throughout the year, and a border skirmish between Thailand and Cambodia remains ongoing.
Tourist numbers tumble as Asian markets decline
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 24/09/2025
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects the country to welcome 33.4 million foreign visitors this year, a 6% year-on-year decline attributed to contractions from the Southeast and East Asian markets.
Thai sauce maker frets over trade barriers
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 21/08/2025
» Despite the 19% US tariff on Thai goods, the sauce manufacturer Kosol-Ampa Co Ltd is concerned about potential trade uncertainties, including barriers imposed on Brics member countries.
Economic woes hinder Thai cinema
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 07/08/2025
» Thailand's sluggish economy could impact how frequently audiences visit cinemas, according to leading Thai film studio GDH 559 Co Ltd.
US tariffs a threat to coconut exports
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 29/07/2025
» Thai coconut exporters could face significant challenges if the US imposes higher tariffs on Thai products than those exported from Vietnam, says K Fresh, a leading Thai producer and shipper of coconut products.
Ikea to open first store in Chiang Mai next week
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 19/02/2025
» Ikea, a Swedish home furnishing brand, is set to launch a new store in Chiang Mai on Feb 27, marking its fifth location in the country.
CRC vows to sustain Vietnam expansion
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 28/10/2024
» Vietnam is one of the fastest-growing economies in Southeast Asia with favourable macroeconomic factors such as a young population, skilled labour force, investment-friendly policies, and a recovering tourism sector.
Haier targeting high-end consumers
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 23/10/2024
» Haier, the Chinese consumer electronics and home appliance company, vows to avoid a price war as it targets high-end consumers.