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Foreign arrivals down 7.6% so far this year
Reuters, Published on 17/02/2026
» Thailand's foreign tourist arrivals dropped 7.59% year-on-year in the period Jan 1 to Feb 15, to about 5.07 million people, the Tourism Ministry said on Tuesday.
Gold slides below $5,000 as Lunar New Year holiday mutes trade
Bloomberg News, Published on 17/02/2026
» LONDON — Gold slipped further below US$5,000 an ounce in thin trading, with much of Asia closed for the Lunar New Year and after a US holiday on Monday.
Economy has 'left ICU', says finance chief
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Nareerat Wiriyapong and Somhatai Mosika, Published on 17/02/2026
» Thailand's economy has now "left the intensive care unit [ICU]", reflected in fourth-quarter growth of 2.5%, which surpassed the earlier projection of 1.8% and lifted full-year 2025 growth to 2.4%, above the 2% forecast, said caretaker finance minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
Running for a good cause: Bosch Charity Run 2026
Published on 16/02/2026
» Imagine a day where every stride contributes to a brighter future. That's exactly what over 400 individuals experienced at the recent Bosch Charity Run 2026 in Bangkok's vibrant Benjakitti Park.
Customs mulls duty hike on luxury goods
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 16/02/2026
» The Customs Department is considering raising import duties on luxury goods to increase government revenue.
SME loans to be aided by programmes
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/02/2026
» Despite weak loan growth in the banking sector, economists believe existing schemes will be sufficient to support lending for two years, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Nine things foreign investors should know about Thailand
Business, Bernice Jenvdhanaken, Published on 16/02/2026
» Over the years, many people from foreign companies ask me what they should know before doing business in Thailand.
Mcot opens bids for Bangkok land
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 14/02/2026
» State-owned broadcaster Mcot Plc has opened bidding for the lease of more than 50 rai of land near its headquarters in the Rama IX area of Bangkok, with the site expected to be developed as a mixed-use project amid the economic slowdown and an oversupply of office space in the area.
Vietnam, mainland China among top Lunar New Year destinations for Hong Kongers
South China Morning Post, Published on 13/02/2026
» South Korea, Japan, Vietnam and mainland China are emerging as popular Lunar New Year destinations for Hong Kongers this year, as residents take advantage of a calendar arrangement allowing them to enjoy nine consecutive days off by taking just two days of leave.
Easy Money raises borrowing for expansion
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 13/02/2026
» Amid sluggish loan demand as the economy sags, pawn shop operator Easy Money has increased borrowing to prepare for business expansion this year.