Showing 1 - 10 of 40
Lottery retirement savings plan risky
Oped, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 23/10/2025
» Lotteries are among the oldest forms of betting. Yet in modern times, various governments have used this popular form of gambling to encourage financial savings among citizens and even retirees.
Influencers and online sellers in Thai taxman’s sights
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 16/10/2025
» The Revenue Department has reiterated that all individuals who earn income — regardless of the source, including from online sales or influencer activities — are required to file and pay income tax.
No deal struck on US tariffs
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 04/07/2025
» Thailand has yet to conclude negotiations with the United States on reciprocal tariffs but has gained “valuable insights” that will guide the development of a revised proposal, Deputy Prime Minister Pichai Chunhavajira said on Friday.
Paopoom: Stimulus to prop up real estate
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/04/2025
» The relaxation of loan-to-value (LTV) measures combined with reduced transfer and mortgage registration fees should help expand both demand and supply in the real estate sector this year, says Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul.
BAAC targets older folks switching to farming
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 26/09/2024
» The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) is preparing to launch a new loan product aimed at encouraging salaried workers aged 50 and older to invest in agricultural careers, providing them with supplementary income after they retire.
Identity verification crucial for digital wallet
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 04/07/2024
» Thais will be required to verify and authenticate their identity, known as know-your-customer (KYC) procedures, for the digital wallet project through the state-developed Tang Rat super app.
BAAC expects 85% of farmers to join debt plan
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 02/11/2023
» The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) anticipates roughly 85% of the 2 million eligible farmers will participate in the government's debt suspension programme, says president Chatchai Sirilai.
Another payment stream for retirees
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 30/10/2023
» The global population has increased rapidly in the last 30 years, while two-thirds of people older than age 60 are in developing countries, especially in Asia.
Revenue to launch AI to scrutinise taxes
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 13/03/2023
» The Revenue Department is using artificial intelligence (AI) to examine tax payments, enabling deeper scrutiny and preventing tax evasion, says director-general Lavaron Sangsnit.
SME D Bank focuses on circular economy
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 09/03/2023
» Small and Medium Enterprise Development Bank of Thailand (SME D Bank) plans to focus on investments in promising bio-, circular and green (BCG) SMEs and startups this year, according to president Nartnaree Rathapat.