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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.
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.
TSTH flags pressure from Chinese steel
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 29/01/2026
» Tata Steel (Thailand) Plc (TSTH), the local unit of India's largest steelmaker, says a fresh wave of Chinese steel exports is intensifying competition in Thailand, even as the company looks to higher value-added products and the pace of domestic infrastructure works to shape market prospects in 2026.
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).
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).
Act fast to claim your place amid shifts
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 23/12/2025
» The intensifying China-US rivalry and rapid shifts in the world economy have become a double-edged sword for Thailand, offering a rare window to secure a place in realigning supply chains, yet threatening to leave the country behind if it fails to accelerate reforms, enhance competitiveness and reskill its workforce in time.
Global gold bull run poised to persist
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 22/11/2025
» MTS Gold Group expects global gold prices to continue their upward trajectory next year, potentially trading between US$4,400 and $4,500 an ounce, driven by persistent geopolitical and economic uncertainties as well as strong central bank buying.
Thai edu-tech platform in the spotlight at Expand North Star
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 16/10/2025
» Student Care Co Ltd, the pioneer of Thailand's leading all-in-one school management and student welfare system, is transforming the nation's education landscape with its smart and sustainable school platform.
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.