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Rising energy costs imperil Thai manufacturer's profits
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 10/03/2026
» Geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East are driving up energy costs, potentially affecting the logistics operations and packaging manufacturing arm of SET-listed Osotspa Plc (OSP), a Thai consumer product manufacturing conglomerate.
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.
Department of Special Investigation event addresses piracy fears
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 24/10/2025
» As the consumption of online content continues to rise and the internet becomes more prominent in everyday life, the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) urges parents to teach their children to respect creative work to prevent copyright infringements.
Thai exporters urged to focus on US
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 11/10/2025
» As new US tariffs are placed on imported lumber furniture, Deesawat Industries Co, a Thai wooden furniture manufacturer, is urging Thai companies not to abandon the US market, but rather enhance their presence there.
Kitchenware sales suffering amid stagnant economy
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 23/09/2025
» Thailand's kitchenware sector is stagnant thanks to a sluggish economy that has weakened consumer purchasing power, according to Thai Stainless Steel Co Ltd, the manufacturer of Seagull utensils and kitchenware.
Buoyant Iberry to launch 2-3 new brands
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 01/09/2025
» The local restaurant industry is facing negative sentiment thanks to a sluggish economy and declining tourist arrivals.
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.
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.
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.