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Power use surges to record high
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 09/05/2023
» The boiling hot weather in Thailand is causing an upsurge in electricity consumption, leading to a record high of 34,826.5 megawatts on May 6, says the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC).
Industry urges drought measures
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 04/05/2023
» The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) plans to ask Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to brace for drought and possible water shortages that will affect businesses, causing them to increase the prices of goods again.
Inflation likely to dip on low fuel rates
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/05/2023
» The Commerce Ministry is maintaining its 2023 forecast for average headline inflation in a range of 1.7-2.7%, after cutting it last month from 2-3%.
Transition finance to drive a greener future
Business, Published on 02/05/2023
» The choking smog that has smothered Thailand this year underscores the growing urgency for tackling climate change in Southeast Asia as the region sets out to achieve a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy.
SCG wary 3 factors may curb the economy
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 28/04/2023
» SET-listed Siam Cement Group (SCG), Thailand's largest cement maker and industrial conglomerate, has raised fresh concerns about unpleasant impacts on the local economy caused by three risk factors: high energy costs, PM2.5 ultra-fine dust and drought.
Sugar enjoying a boost in popularity
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 14/04/2023
» The hot season and recovery of the tourism sector are increasing demand for sugar as people buy more food and beverages.
Sugar cane output below expectations
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 11/04/2023
» Sugar cane output is lower than forecast for this crop year, with an increase of just 1.9% to 93.8 million tonnes due to drought and more farmers switching to cultivating cassava, says the Office of the Cane and Sugar Board (OCSB).
Sustainable water management crucial
Business, Published on 14/03/2023
» Amid cycles of drought and flooding, safe and affordable water management has never been more important, especially in Asia.
Inflation to ease as food, fuel prices fall
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 08/03/2023
» Thailand's headline inflation is expected to decelerate this month after growing during January and February.
Tesla to invest about $5bn in Mexico plant
AFP, Published on 01/03/2023
» MEXICO CITY: American electric car maker Tesla will invest about US$5 billion in a massive new factory in the northern Mexican city of Monterrey, a senior government official said Tuesday.