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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%.
Redefining the future of food
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 16/02/2026
» At a time when climate change, food waste and rural inequality are converging into a single, complex crisis, Thailand's agricultural debate can no longer be confined to yields, prices or exports alone. The more urgent question is whether the way we produce food today can still sustain the land, the farmers and consumers tomorrow.
Institute for Trade and Development sees promise in region, South Asia
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 15/01/2026
» Global trade in 2026 is expected to grow more complex, driven by geopolitical tensions, protectionist policies, stricter environmental rules and shifting supply chains. Yet opportunities in neighbouring countries and South Asia persist in a divided world, according to the International Institute for Trade and Development (ITD).
World Bank calls for Thai economic restructuring
Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 09/10/2025
» The World Bank has urged Thailand to "play a new game", breaking free from the middle-income trap to unlock new growth engines.
KAsset touts diversifying portfolios
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 09/10/2025
» Diversifying portfolios across various asset classes is crucial for investors to navigate risks and smooth out volatility amid growing global market uncertainties, says Kasikorn Asset Management (KAsset).
Fund outlines path to financial hub goal
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 12/09/2025
» Thailand must sharpen its competitiveness, broaden investor access and create distinctive opportunities if it is to fulfil its ambition of becoming a global financial hub, according to recent research from the Capital Market Development Fund (CMDF).
Krungsri marks 80 years with vision for a sustainable future
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 02/09/2025
» Marking its 80th anniversary this year, Bank of Ayudhya PCL (Krungsri) is charting a bold course towards a future defined by sustainability, digital innovation, and regional collaboration.
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.
Bourse association expects social enterprises to blossom
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 27/06/2025
» The MAI Listed Company Association (maiA) has expressed confidence in the continued growth of social enterprises (SEs), buoyed by the growing importance of the environmental, social and governance (ESG) trend amid ongoing global volatility.
Thai insurance sector picked for growth in 2nd half
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 16/06/2025
» Muang Thai Life Assurance (MTL) expects Thailand's insurance sector to continue expanding in the second half of 2025, despite persistent global economic headwinds and regulatory adjustments under the new Thai Financial Reporting Standard 17.