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Chinese New Year spending tipped to rise 5%
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 12/02/2026
» An estimated 54.2 billion baht will circulate during the 2026 Lunar New Year, marking a six-year high and 5% growth from the previous year, according to the Center for Economic and Business Forecasting at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).
Electrical goods sales flat due to stagnant economy
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 11/02/2026
» The sluggish economy continues to cast a shadow over Thailand's electrical appliance industry this year, though warm weather and the World Cup may propel sales.
Restaurants want co-payment expanded
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 10/02/2026
» The Thai Restaurant Association is calling for small eateries registered as juristic persons to be included in the anticipated revival of the "Khon La Khrueng Plus" co-payment scheme under the new government led by the Bhumjaithai Party.
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.
Eateries slam new alcohol law
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 27/12/2025
» The Restaurant Association opposes the new alcohol law requiring restaurant operators to share some responsibility for any issues caused by drunk patrons.
Safety first for Chinese
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 24/12/2025
» Thai tourism started 2025 with a scandal as Chinese actor Wang Xing was abducted and taken to a scam centre in Myanmar, then an earthquake shook Bangkok, natural disasters persisted throughout the year, and a border skirmish between Thailand and Cambodia remains ongoing.
Catering with a conscience
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 22/12/2025
» What if we could eat good food and also help save the Earth?
Night restaurants call for fair zoning
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 10/12/2025
» The Night Restaurant Business Trade Association has urged the government to establish clear and fair zoning regulations for entertainment venues, after recently taking the first step towards rescinding the regulation that prevents alcohol sales in the afternoon.
SEA Games poised to boost equipment sales, Thai brands
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 09/12/2025
» The Thailand Sporting Trade Association expects the 2025 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games to help boost sales of sports equipment and serve as a platform for Thai sports brands to increase visibility among regional audiences.
Ad spending flat in 2026
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 02/12/2025
» Marketers are unlikely to increase their budgets next year, according to a survey by the Marketing Association of Thailand (MAT).