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Consumer confidence to see uptick in February, March
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 13/02/2026
» Consumer confidence is expected to improve in February and March, driven by the formation of a stable government, the implementation of tangible economic policies and a cabinet lineup that is broadly accepted by the public, says the Center for Economic and Business Forecasting at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).
Restaurants face a rough 2026
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 07/02/2026
» The restaurant industry continues to face several challenges this year, as tourism has not fully recovered, labour shortages persist and costs remain high.
Consumer confidence hit by war and political turbulence
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 09/01/2026
» The Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) dipped for the first time in four months in December 2025, attributed to the border dispute with Cambodia and domestic political instability, according to the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).
Poll, tourism offer hope for retail
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 31/12/2025
» Weak consumer spending power, ongoing local and global political uncertainties, border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, a decline in foreign arrivals and numerous natural disasters have all contributed to challenges for the Thai retail sector in 2025.
Private sector sees challenges ahead
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 04/11/2025
» Thai business operators expect 2026 to be another challenging year, urging caution as they navigate a sluggish economy.
New co-payment stimulus to help struggling eateries
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 14/10/2025
» The government's 44-billion-baht "Khon La Khrueng Plus" co-payment scheme comes just in time to lift the restaurant sector amid the country's economic slowdown, says the Restaurant Association.
Weak China market dents eatery sector
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 30/09/2025
» Restaurant operators don't expect the upcoming eight-day Chinese Golden Week to supercharge the industry's mood, as the number of Chinese customers might not reach as high a level as last year.
Thonglor Pet Hospital upbeat on growth
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 22/08/2025
» Despite the country's stagnant economy and political instability, the Thai pet market remains resilient, says Kittika Chaisupattanakul, CEO of Thonglor Pet Hospital.
Naraya revises expansion plan
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 01/08/2025
» A decline in foreign travellers and global economic uncertainty have prompted Narai Intertrade Co Ltd, a manufacturer and distributor of the Naraya brand, to revise its expansion plan.
CRG prudent on opening new restaurants
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 22/07/2025
» Central Restaurants Group (CRG) is taking a more cautious approach when it comes to its expansion plans due to the current sluggish economy and weak spending power.