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Thailand plans law to borrow B500bn and lift debt ceiling
Reuters, Published on 20/04/2026
» The government plans an emergency decree to borrow 500 billion baht to address economic issues, Deputy Prime Minister Pakorn Nilprapunt said on Monday.
Petrol station night curfew considered for motorists
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 20/04/2026
» If the government proceeds with a plan to close petrol stations at night from this week, the move is expected to heighten public awareness of volatile oil supplies and rising prices, which are stoking fears of economic strain, according to an energy industry executive.
Thai firms exit Cambodia amid tensions
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 20/04/2026
» Amid lingering resentment among some Cambodian customers, a number of Thai business operators have temporarily halted operations in the neighbouring country's market.
SEC sets out key market reforms for 2026
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 18/04/2026
» Amid persistent market volatility and mounting external pressures, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has outlined an ambitious roadmap for the rest of the year, prioritising structural reforms, investor confidence, and proactive risk management.
Thailand banks on EU trade deal
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 18/04/2026
» The international trade landscape is changing rapidly, with more barriers and the waning influence of certain established international organisations. In response, countries are reducing their reliance on multilateral systems and strengthening economic stability through bilateral and regional free-trade agreements (FTAs).
Fuel crisis upends state's fiscal plans
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 17/04/2026
» The energy crisis may pose a challenge for the government in pursuing its fiscal plan, which aims to reduce the fiscal deficit to no more than 3% of GDP, increase revenue through a higher value-added tax (VAT), and keep public debt below 70% of GDP, according to the Finance Ministry.
Fresh digital plan to fortify Thailand
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 17/04/2026
» The Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES) has overhauled its strategy, aiming to position itself as the nation's centralised digital connectivity hub to strengthen Thailand against global uncertainties, cyberthreats and natural disasters, while ensuring transparent welfare distribution.
Gulf opts to maintain KBank shareholding at 10% cap
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 17/04/2026
» Gulf Development Plc has no plans to increase its shareholding in Kasikornbank (KBank) beyond 10%, partly due to additional regulatory requirements.
Foreign investors flee Thailand as Iran war, energy shock dash hope for economic revival
Reuters, Published on 16/04/2026
» SINGAPORE - Foreign investors are selling Thai assets as an energy shock from the US-Israeli war on Iran threatens to snuff out hopes for an economic revival under Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and exposes the policy paralysis that is gripping Bangkok.
Gloomy outlook for Michelin-listed eateries
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/04/2026
» Michelin-listed restaurant operators expect a gloomy outlook for the dining business this year, hampered by sluggish spending and surging energy costs.