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Power tariff could rise as high as B4.59 per unit
Online Reporters, Published on 23/03/2026
» The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is set to review electricity tariffs for the May–August billing period amid a sharp rise in liquefied natural gas (LNG) costs driven by Middle East tensions.
Asia steps up coal-fired power output
Reuters, Published on 17/03/2026
» SINGAPORE - Asian utilities are boosting coal-fired power generation to cut costs and safeguard energy supply, industry executives say, as the US-Israeli war on Iran chokes liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments and soaring prices threaten to suppress LNG demand.
Thailand 'too reliant' on foreign energy, Korn says
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 12/03/2026
» Thailand is facing rising fiscal and energy risks stemming from the conflict in the Middle East , according to former finance minister Korn Chatikavanij.
Democrats urge use of high refining margins to bolster oil fund
Online Reporters, Published on 12/03/2026
» The Democrat Party has called on the government to divert windfall refining profits into the Oil Fuel Fund, warning that relying on subsidies of nearly 16 baht a litre to cap diesel prices risks shifting the burden onto the taxpaying public.
Battery tax proposal to bolster competitiveness
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 12/03/2026
» A new battery tax structure is expected to help strengthen Thailand's competitiveness in the energy storage industry, according to the Excise Department chief.
Thailand sees upside to Trump court ordered US tariff reset
Bloomberg, Published on 23/02/2026
» A reset of many US tariffs to a uniform 15% will strengthen Thailand’s appeal as a manufacturing and investment hub, according to Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
Petrochemical sector faces stagnant year
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 21/02/2026
» Thailand's petrochemical industry is expected to confront another flat year, with leading firms pressured to adjust by cutting costs and rolling out value‑added products to stay afloat.
Analysts raise SET outlook following Bhumjaithai victory
Nareerat Wiriyapong and Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 10/02/2026
» Bhumjaithai Party's landslide election victory could lead to a swift formation of the new government and policy continuity, prompting a post-election rally that saw analysts lifting their Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index estimates for 2026.
Clear Thai election victory to give investors policy continuity
Bloomberg, Published on 09/02/2026
» A convincing win by Thailand’s ruling Bhumjaithai Party in Sunday’s election should boost the country’s stock market and currency, according to some strategists and economists, with the potential for policy continuity a relief for investors who’d feared further political dysfunction.
Raise a glass to new alcohol laws
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 07/02/2026
» The Alcoholic Beverage Control Act of 2025, which took effect last November, has sparked confusion among stakeholders in the alcoholic beverage industry, including retailers and consumers. The Explainer intends to address some of the concerns.