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Parties court small businesses with pledges
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 02/02/2026
» Business associations called on political parties to enhance support for small retail operators by streamlining the certificate application process and implementing tax reforms.
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).
Tiny uptick gauged for small appliances
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 24/02/2025
» The market for small electrical appliances is expected to post modest growth this year, according to Thai City Electric Co Ltd (TCE), the manufacturer and distributor of Sharp home appliances.
Big C prepares for more store openings in 2025
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 03/02/2025
» Big C plans to open new branches of hypermarkets and convenience stores despite the challenging economic landscape.
TCL targeting 25% growth in sales
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 22/01/2025
» In a competitive electrical appliance market, TCL Electronics (Thailand), a Chinese manufacturer of consumer electronics, is targeting sales growth of 25%, rising to 10 billion baht this year, from 8 billion baht in 2024.
CFR upbeat on prospects for Lunar New Year, Q1
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 15/01/2025
» Central Food Retail Co (CFR), the operator of Tops grocery stores, says government stimulus campaigns and the revival of the tourism industry should drive the retail sector during the Lunar New Year celebration.
Central sinks B500m into New Year drive
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 10/01/2025
» Central Pattana Plc (CPN), a Thai retail and property developer, and Central Department Store Co Ltd (CDS) under Central Retail, are investing 500 million baht in a Chinese New Year campaign.
Three-star hotels face further woes
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 15/08/2024
» Despite a resilient recovery, three-star hotels have been unable to raise prices during the third quarter, while tax cuts for second-tier cities could not effectively increase hotel revenue as planned.
Restaurant sector anticipates further risks in second half
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 01/08/2024
» Restaurant business operators anticipate a risk of closures in the second half of the year due to low consumer purchasing power and high costs.