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Raise a glass to new alcohol laws
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 07/02/2026
» The Alcoholic Beverage Control Act of 2025, which took effect last November, has sparked confusion among stakeholders in the alcoholic beverage industry, including retailers and consumers. The Explainer intends to address some of the concerns.
WashXpress to open 100 new launderettes this year
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 21/01/2026
» MAI-listed Laundry You Plc (WASH), operator of the WashXpress launderette chain, expects the Thai market to grow this year despite a sluggish economy, and plans to open 100 new branches in 2026.
Hat Yai eatery recovery to last a year
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 12/01/2026
» Restaurants in Songkhla, which was devastated by floods in November, may take at least a year to fully recover, according to the Songkhla Food Business Association.
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).
Thailand taps into silver workforce
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 10/11/2025
» Thailand has become an "aged society", where more than 20% of its population is 60 or older. With a shrinking birth rate and a growing elderly population, the country faces challenges in terms of labour and social issues.
Phuket restaurants upbeat for high season
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 10/11/2025
» Despite the decline in foreign arrivals during the first 10 months of this year, including Chinese tourists dipping by one-third, the Phuket-Andaman Restaurant Club is optimistic about the upcoming high season.
Laundry You IPO funds to be used to grow store network
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 17/10/2025
» Laundry You (WASH), operator of the WashXpress launderette chain, is to list on the Market for Alternative Investment with an initial public offering (IPO) price of 7.50 baht a share.
CPN introduces 'The Central Phaholyothin' megaproject
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 09/10/2025
» SET-listed Central Pattana Plc (CPN), a leading Thai real estate developer, has announced the launch of "The Central Phaholyothin" -- a 21-billion-baht flagship megaproject.
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.
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.