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Oil markets shrug off US military intervention in Caracas
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 06/01/2026
» Global crude oil markets revealed little reaction in the immediate aftermath of the US military operation in Venezuela to detain President Nicolás Maduro on Jan 3, says the Thai Energy Ministry.
Egat evaluating SMR, hydrogen fuel cell tech
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 30/12/2025
» As Thailand aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, relevant agencies must explore solutions for electricity generation such as small modular reactors (SMRs) and hydrogen fuel cell technologies.
Pundits call for balance on trade and border issues
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/11/2025
» Pundits say the government must strike a fine balance between economic benefit and national sovereignty regarding the border dispute with Cambodia, as the prolonged conflict not only dampens prospects for Thailand's trade talks with the US, but also riles domestic political stability.
Asian markets rally as Fed cut hopes trump trade war fears
AFP, Published on 15/10/2025
» HONG KONG - Stocks jumped Wednesday as trade war fears were overshadowed by comments from Federal Reserve boss Jerome Powell that suggested the bank would cut interest rates again this month.
As gold spikes, traders urge caution
Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 14/10/2025
» Thai gold traders are warning investors to shop wisely after bullion surged for the eighth consecutive week, buoyed by renewed fears of a US-China trade war, the ongoing US government shutdown and increased prospects of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut.
New PM brings positive sentiment to SET
Business, Tisco Securities, Published on 11/10/2025
» September was a good month for the local stock market. The election of Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul by MPs drew a positive reaction from investors, especially because key economic ministers -- for finance, commerce and energy -- are widely respected outsiders.
Bitcoin, BNB hit record highs as global turmoil spurs flight to 'safe haven' crypto
South China Morning Post, Published on 08/10/2025
» HONG KONG — Major cryptocurrency tokens, including bitcoin and BNB, reached record highs this week amid government turmoil around the world that drove up alternative asset prices, which elated China's crypto community as the country reconsiders digital assets such as stablecoins.
Vietnam braces for FTSE decision on market upgrade
Reuters, Published on 07/10/2025
» HANOI - Vietnam is preparing for a decision on Tuesday by index provider FTSE Russell that could upgrade its stock market to emerging status alongside China and India, potentially unlocking billions of dollars in foreign investment.
Industry titans look for continuity
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 06/09/2025
» With Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, elected as the new prime minister by parliament on Friday, industry leaders have highlighted priorities for the government to strengthen economic growth, digital competitiveness, tourism and investor confidence.
Surveying the wreckage
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Narumon Kasemsuk and Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 30/08/2025
» Some pundits see warning signs for Thai economic prospects following the Constitutional Court's ruling that dismissed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office for violating ethical standards in a leaked call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen about a border dispute.