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Durian market hit by labour shortages
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 02/02/2026
» Thai durian exports are expected to face several hurdles due to labour shortages and a lack of collection centres during the harvest season.
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).
Gloomy outlook dampens prospects for eateries
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 08/01/2026
» The outlook for the restaurant industry in 2026 appears grim as there are no new positive factors. A Thai Michelin-starred chef urged restaurant operators to think carefully about business expansion.
New round of clashes hurt eateries in border areas
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 11/12/2025
» The latest round of border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia has hit businesses located along the border. Restaurant operators are concerned that the tensions are discouraging people from visiting the areas during the peak season for tourism.
New shabu-shabu brand enters Thai market
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 27/08/2025
» The shabu-shabu restaurant market in Thailand is heating up as Suki Teenoi launches its new Teenoi Gold brand amid concerns that competition between large players will hit smaller eateries.
Provincial retail beginning to reel
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 23/06/2025
» Local retailers are navigating tough economic conditions, worsened by low prices for agricultural products, says CS Park Co Ltd, the operator of Chaisaeng Superstore in Sing Buri province.
Sappe anticipates 10-20% decrease in sales this year
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 28/05/2025
» Sappe Plc, a manufacturer of beverages such as Sappe Beauti drink and Mogu Mogu fruit-flavoured drinks with nata de coco, anticipates a significant sales decline this year.
Shifting sands hit ice cream sales
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 29/04/2025
» The changing profile of foreign tourists visiting Andaman coast provinces such as Krabi and Phuket is expected to challenge ice cream sales in the area, say local ice cream dealers.
Major Cineplex upbeat on expansion
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 07/04/2025
» SET-listed Major Cineplex Group, Thailand's largest operator of movie theatres, is optimistic about the cinema industry.
Central affiliate to add up to 140 more restaurants
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 03/04/2025
» Competition in the restaurant industry will remain intense this year as an influx of new brands hit the market, says Central Restaurants Group (CRG).