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Small firms under pressure as costs soar
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 16/03/2026
» Thai small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face a wall of negative sentiment this year as geopolitical tensions, trade conflicts and tighter access to loans weigh on the sector, raising questions about how businesses can navigate these tumultuous times.
Retailers call for more help than just spending stimulus
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 24/02/2026
» As the Bhumjaithai Party prepares to lead the next government, one significant campaign pledge was to revive the "Khon La Khrueng Plus" co-payment scheme. However, people in the wholesale and retail sectors view this initiative as a temporary fix rather than a long-term solution to the country's sluggish economy.
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.
Pundit applauds 'Janey' strategies
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 18/10/2025
» The record-breaking live-streaming by Ratchanok "Janey" Suwannaket represents a good example of successful digital marketing that follows the "4 A's" of success, which refers to algorithm, attention, all together and audience collaboration, according to a marketing academic.
New factory bets on Thai beauty sector
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 16/07/2025
» Amid growing demand for cosmetic surgery in Thailand, K.N.A. Inter Pharma Co Ltd has partnered with a group of aesthetic clinic executives and Diamond Biotechnology Co Ltd to build a medical device manufacturing plant for aesthetic medicine in Pathum Thani.
Call to zero in on high-quality tourists
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 17/04/2025
» Thailand should shift its focus to attracting high-quality travellers, meaning those with high spending power and concern for the environment, according to wellness resorts operator Chiva-Som.
Bangkok's unhealthy trash diet
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 24/02/2025
» Bangkok is grappling with significant challenges in waste management, as food makes up nearly half of the garbage generated in the city.
CP chief demands more funding for tourism, agriculture
Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 03/02/2025
» Dhanin Chearavanont, senior chairman of Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group, has urged the government to ensure sufficient funding for both the tourism and agricultural sectors, two crucial areas that are generating income and driving growth in the country.
Central Pattana expects malls to surge this year
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 04/01/2025
» Retail and property developer Central Pattana Plc (CPN) predicts an uptick for shopping mall business, driven by the tourism boom and supportive government policies in 2025.
Restaurants struggle to cope
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 17/09/2024
» Knowing one's strengths and distinctiveness, along with being able to utilise online marketing tools, are seen in Thailand as the keys to survival for restaurant business operators in a highly competitive market.