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Delay poses risks to the economy
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/07/2023
» The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) expects a prolonged delay in the selection of a prime minister and formation of a new government, leading to protests that, if violent, will significantly affect tourism revenue, causing a loss of 500 billion baht, or a one percentage point decline in GDP.
Tong Chom markets key to aiding grassroots economy
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/04/2023
» The Commerce Ministry has vowed to ramp up Tong Chom (must-see) markets nationwide this year to stimulate the grassroots economy, with the aim of generating revenue of 1.9 billion baht this year.
Thai nominees facing govt checks after Yaowarat uproar
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 20/01/2023
» The Department of Business Development (DBD) is preparing to check the profiles of Thai nominees at 400 to 500 foreign-run businesses to see if they are in violation of any laws.
Consumer confidence lowest since 1999
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 09/05/2020
» Consumer confidence slumped to a 21-year low in April as the public remained worried about the poor economy, unemployment and future income because of the coronavirus.
Private sector hails easing of lockdown restrictions
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 01/05/2020
» The private sector yesterday hailed the government's easing measures to allow some businesses to start reopening on Sunday, saying the reopening will help spur people to go shopping and provide liquidity to operators.
UTCC gives mixed view
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 18/12/2019
» Changing consumer behaviour has ignited new industries, with platform businesses like e-marketplaces expected to have the brightest growth prospects next year, according to a local forecaster.
158 cheap PTT eateries to open
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 01/04/2017
» The Commerce Ministry will open 158 low-cost food outlets at PTT petrol stations next week under the government's Noonid scheme.