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Volatility easing as traders adjust to war
Business, Bualuang Securities, Published on 21/03/2026
» Trade on Thai and global stock markets has been volatile this month amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East. This week, attacks on energy infrastructure by both the Israeli-US and Iranian sides are having a direct impact on energy prices and availability.
Bualuang Securities flags politics as primary market risk
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 25/02/2026
» Domestic political uncertainty is the Thai stock market's most significant immediate risk, as it could undermine investor confidence in the short term if left unresolved, while US tariff measures are viewed as a secondary external headwind, says Bualuang Securities (BLS).
Foreign investment applications rise 46% in January
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 19/02/2026
» Foreign investment applications under the Foreign Business Act were robust in January, with a total investment value of 33.8 billion baht, up 46% year-on-year, driven mainly by investors from China, Japan and Singapore.
Stability first: Business urges swift economic action
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 09/02/2026
» In January, Thailand weathered baht appreciation, volatile gold prices, and the likelihood of a temporary halt in government spending as the country awaits the formation of a new government following the Feb 8 election.
Parties highlight trade policies
Business, Somhatai Mosika and Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 04/02/2026
» As government policy plays a crucial role in shaping the direction of the country's international trade, key political parties have outlined policies such as accelerating free trade agreement negotiations, developing value-added products and integrating into the global supply chain.
Poll, tourism offer hope for retail
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 31/12/2025
» Weak consumer spending power, ongoing local and global political uncertainties, border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, a decline in foreign arrivals and numerous natural disasters have all contributed to challenges for the Thai retail sector in 2025.
Gourmet Market sets out expansion plans
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 28/11/2024
» Gourmet Market, the supermarket brand of The Mall Group, plans to open 1-2 new stores next year amid challenging economic conditions.
Decommission of Payment Apportionment for UOB Credit Cards and Cash Cards
Published on 08/07/2024
» Starting from the billing cycle cut date of 24 June 2024 onwards, UOB Thailand will decommission the automatic payment apportionment system for UOB credit cards and cash cards. The customers with billing cycle cut date from 24 June onwards will receive the new monthly statement format which will feature an individual QR code and Barcode for each card. This change is intended to allow customers who hold more than one UOB credit card or more than one cash card, to have the flexibility to pay each card balance separately, without the constraints of the Payment Apportionment system.
UOB responds to central bank directive
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 14/06/2024
» UOB Thailand plans to cancel its payment apportionment system for credit cards by the end of this month to comply with the Bank of Thailand's directive.
Thai TV drama firm seeks global soft power
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 27/04/2024
» Be On Cloud, a company known for producing popular Boys Love or Y Series TV dramas, aims to promote Thailand's soft power and local products on the global stage through its series.