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Private sector jittery
Business, Published on 24/06/2025
» As the leaked private conversation between Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Hun Sen of Cambodia threatens the continuity of the government, politics has once again become a leading concern among the business community and investors.
Tariff timeout provides hope
Business, Published on 11/04/2025
» President Donald Trump's order for a 90-day suspension of US reciprocal tariffs for countries that do not retaliate, including Thailand, has prompted a positive response from investors as global stocks surged in a relief rally.
Analysts want details on debt plan
Business, Published on 19/03/2025
» Former premier Thaksin Shinawatra recently pitched a government-led household debt buyback programme as household debt tallied 89.6% of GDP as of the second quarter of 2024.
Thai firms wary of Trump impact
Business, Published on 08/11/2024
» The business sector is increasingly concerned about Donald Trump's victory in the US election, with analysts expecting the global economy to be affected by increased US protectionism, while interest rates might decline slower than expected.
All eyes on Thai baht
Business, Published on 23/09/2024
» The direction of the Thai currency for the remainder of the year is critical for local industries after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates as expected last Wednesday, putting more pressure on the Bank of Thailand's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), which has held steady on rates since last year.
Disbursal of budget revving up
Business, Published on 15/07/2024
» A total of 3.48 trillion baht from the 2024 fiscal budget was finally disbursed in this year's second quarter, after delays that began on Oct 1 last year due to political setbacks following the general election held in May 2023.
An alternative path to growth
Business, Published on 27/05/2024
» Newly appointed Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira is taking a less hostile stance towards the Bank of Thailand than the premier, aiming to better coordinate fiscal and monetary policies.
Lessons for Land Bridge advocates
Business, Published on 29/01/2024
» During the mobile cabinet meeting in Ranong last week, the Land Bridge project once again became a disputed topic as locals in the proposed area met Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and voiced concerns over the possible impact on their way of life and environmental damage.
High debt remains key concern
Business, Published on 18/12/2023
» Government efforts to tackle informal debt and loan sharks are a good starting point to reduce the household debt crisis, but this could prove a strenuous task, say researchers and industry leaders.
Evaluating the cost of a wage hike
Business, Published on 25/09/2023
» Following Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's revelation last week that the government expects a daily minimum wage hike to 400 baht in either November or December, the business sector voiced its concerns regarding increasing costs that could eventually create an additional burden for consumers.