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Traders expect gold prices to continue to skyrocket
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 12/01/2026
» Traders say gold prices should continue to rise in the near term after bullion broke through US$4,600 an ounce for the first time on Monday, resulting in the baht’s appreciation despite policymakers’ efforts to stem the rise.
China's outbound travel set to soar by 10 million trips in 2026 - but halve in Japan
South China Morning Post, Published on 12/01/2026
» China's vast outbound travel market is set for further growth in 2026, boosted by the spread of visa-free policies for Chinese nationals and a stronger yuan.
Raid has limited impact on US-China talks
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 12/01/2026
» The recent US military operation in Venezuela is unlikely to affect US-China trade negotiations and trigger a renewed trade war this year, as both nations are trying to maintain the negotiation framework until Nov 10, says an analyst.
Malaysia energy hub tied to king eyes $35 billion in investments
Bloomberg News, Published on 29/11/2025
» KUALA LUMPUR — The developer of an energy project linked to Malaysia’s king, Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, says it could attract 144 billion ringgit (US$35 billion) worth of investment from global investors in the long term and help support the nation’s economy.
Hong Kong issues Japan travel warning citing rise in attacks on Chinese citizens
South China Morning Post, Published on 17/11/2025
» Hong Kong authorities have urged residents to exercise caution and prioritise personal safety in Japan, citing a rise in attacks against Chinese citizens in the country.
Thailand 'can't match' Vietnam's US tariff proposals
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 21/07/2025
» Thailand cannot offer the same kind of trade proposals to the United States as Vietnam did, warns Somjai Phagaphasvivat, an expert in international economics, who added that Vietnam was able to remove tariffs on all US imports because it has free trade agreements (FTAs) with 27 countries, which have already reduced most of Vietnam's import tariffs to zero.
Ship piracy, robberies up 83% this year in SE Asia
Published on 10/07/2025
» SINGAPORE - There were 95 piracy and armed robbery crimes against ships in Southeast Asia from January to June this year, an 83% increase from the same period last year, according to data from the intergovernmental anti-piracy group ReCAAP.
Opec production increase expected to keep oil prices low
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 08/07/2025
» Global oil prices are expected to remain low this week following the decision of Opec and its allies to increase production, says Thai Oil Plc (TOP), the country's largest refiner by capacity.
Egco seeks 4-5 fresh acquisitions in second half
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 07/07/2025
» SET-listed Electricity Generating (Egco), the power generation arm of Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand, continues to expand its business overseas with investment in a Taiwanese wind farm as it seeks to clinch an additional 4-5 merger and acquisition deals in the second half of this year.
Electricity unlikely to become more expensive this year
Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 03/07/2025
» Electricity bills are unlikely to become more expensive later this year as authorities plan to manage power tariffs to avoid increasing the financial burden on people amid a sluggish economy, says Energy Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga.