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Oil price spike threatens to cut Thai GDP growth, raise inflation
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 24/03/2026
» A rise in global oil prices poses a growing risk to Thailand's economic outlook, with Tisco Financial Group warning that a 10% increase in crude from a baseline of US$72 per barrel could trim GDP growth by 0.3-0.4 percentage points, while lifting inflation by about 0.8%.
Thai stocks surge as outlook brightens on Mideast war
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 18/03/2026
» Stock markets are increasingly pricing in a more positive outlook for the Middle East war following recent signals from the US and oil prices stabilising, while the Thai government has stepped up petrol supply to ensure fuel security.
Binance sees October Bitcoin uptick
Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 07/03/2026
» The Thai unit of Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, believes the price of Bitcoin will start to climb by October, suggesting investors trade with caution as escalating tensions in the Middle East could be short-lived.
Panasonic Energy commits to Thailand
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 04/03/2026
» Panasonic Energy (Thailand) Co Ltd has reaffirmed its confidence in Thailand as a key strategic base for the group's global dry battery business.
Engineer preaches rooftop solar safety
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 12/01/2026
» Contractors for rooftop solar installation must register with the Council of Engineers Thailand to enhance consumer confidence on safety, according to the Engineering Institute of Thailand (EIT).
Stiebel Eltron eyes 15% rise in water heater sales
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 21/11/2025
» Stiebel Eltron, a water solution provider, expects its business to grow steadily in line with the overall market this year.
SCG Packaging homing in on Asean
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 29/10/2025
» SCG Packaging Plc (SCGP) is sharpening its focus on Southeast Asia as a key growth market, supported by resilient regional demand and improved operations in Indonesia and Vietnam.
Private sector recommends more transparent economy
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 10/10/2025
» The private sector is calling for a zero corruption policy, regulatory reform and structural modernisation to drive national competitiveness.
PSG Corporation makes move into energy, natural resources
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 23/07/2025
» PSG Corporation (PSGC), an integrated construction services provider, is accelerating its diversification into energy and natural resources, with the aim of becoming a regional leader with annual revenue of 20–30 billion baht by 2035.
Fitch issues tough view for corporates
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 03/07/2025
» Thai corporates are bracing for a tough earnings outlook this year, particularly in the petrochemical and energy sectors, as weakening global demand and rising capacity weigh on profitability, according to Fitch Ratings.