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Thai banks pivot as fees are regulated
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/04/2026
» Banks are preparing for a potential decline in fee-based income following the central bank's move to standardise banking fees, despite strong growth in the first quarter of this year.
Thailand wilts as 'financial summer' batters households
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/04/2026
» As temperatures climb across Thailand, households are feeling more than just the heat. This year's hot season has brought a sharp rise in living costs, particularly fuel prices, tightening budgets and amplifying financial strain.
Rising oil, power costs weigh on steel
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 27/04/2026
» Thailand's steel and iron industry is reeling from the impact of soaring oil prices triggered by the Middle East conflict, as higher shipping costs for imported iron ore -- the key raw material for steelmaking -- push production expenses to new heights.
Govt unveils plan to support rice farmers
News, Post Reporters, Published on 27/04/2026
» The Commerce Ministry has outlined a series of measures to support rice farmers by lowering costs, improving productivity and expanding market access.
Discount tilt enhances Tops' spending, sales growth
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 27/04/2026
» Tops, a food business under Central Retail Corporation, aims to emphasise its house brand products amid challenging economic conditions, while launching discount campaigns to attract customers.
Rooftop solar draws buzz
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 27/04/2026
» The government's renewed focus on rooftop solar in early 2026 stems from overlapping economic pressures, described by policymakers as a "crisis on crisis".
Visa change misses mark
News, Editorial, Published on 27/04/2026
» The government's plan to cut visa-free stays from 60 days to 30 is more than a routine policy adjustment. The U-turn exposes a deeper uncertainty at the heart of its tourism strategy.
UHG banking on new hotel rooms for 20% growth
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 27/04/2026
» Despite a 10-20% decline in European tourist arrivals following the Middle East conflict, commercial property developer UHG is targeting 20% growth this year driven by the opening of a new hotel and the addition of rooms at an existing property.
Two gambling dens busted in Bangkok, 104 arrests
Online reporters and Pongpat Wongyala, Published on 26/04/2026
» Two gambling dens were raided, equipment seized and 104 punters arrested in Bangkok on Saturday night, the Department of Provincial Administration announced on Sunday morning.
Govt to rebalance trade with the US
Somhatai Mosika, Published on 26/04/2026
» Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun has reaffirmed Thailand's commitment to strengthening trade and investment ties with the United States following talks with US Ambassador to Thailand Sean O'Neill on Friday.