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BUSINESS

Car exports decline by 6% in January

Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 25/02/2026

» Thailand's car exports fell in January, dropping 6% year-on-year to 58,405 units -- the lowest level since May 2022 -- which was attributed to stricter environmental regulations and currency fluctuations, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

THAILAND

Ballot case gains steam

News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 25/02/2026

» The Central Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct has scheduled March 17 to decide whether to formally accept a case against Election Commission (EC) chairman Narong Klanwarin and seven other senior officials over the poll ballot controversy.

BUSINESS

Demographics fuel Bangkok Life Assurance's growth drive

Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 25/02/2026

» Bangkok Life Assurance (BLA) expects Thailand's life insurance industry to maintain its growth momentum this year, supported by demographic tailwinds and regulatory flexibility, as the company prepares to increase its exposure to Thai equities and roll out a new long-term care product targeting age-related diseases.

OPINION

Unlocking Thai competitiveness

Oped, Kiratipong Naewmalee & Phumjit Sri-Udomkajorn, Published on 25/02/2026

» Regulatory reform is an urgent priority in restoring growth to Thailand's emerging economy. Rigid rules and excessive red tape have become significant structural barriers to private sector development. Evidence from several key industries demonstrates that outdated, fragmented legislation continues to constrain competitiveness.

BUSINESS

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).

THAILAND

Decoding the strategy: why economic news is the success equation in the AI-driven investment era

Published on 24/02/2026

» In the current financial landscape, split-second changes can signify investment opportunities or unforeseen risks. The relationship between economic news and trading is no longer merely about monitoring general information; it is the key to unlocking the direction of global capital markets. Institutional investors and professional traders recognise that the systematic integration of economic news into trading strategies is central to sustainable portfolio growth. In an era dominated by algorithms and artificial intelligence (AI), understanding the dynamics of economic news allows investors to anticipate market movements and adapt ahead of the curve.

THAILAND

Senate probes conscript death case

News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 24/02/2026

» A Senate committee has launched an inquiry into the death of Pvt Phetcharat Kamlangying, despite the Royal Thai Army's assertion that he died of heart failure.

BUSINESS

Thai growth upgraded after strong Q4

Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/02/2026

» Three bank-affiliated research centres have upgraded their forecasts for Thailand's economic growth this year to around 2%, supported by a stronger-than-expected performance in the final quarter of 2025 and greater confidence in the new government.

BUSINESS

Ekniti welcomes latest US tariff measures

Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 24/02/2026

» The latest US tariff measures, which impose a uniform 15% import tariff on goods worldwide, is seen as a positive signal for the Thai economy and is expected to help push Thailand's GDP growth above 2%, says caretaker finance minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.

BUSINESS

Retailers call for more help than just spending stimulus

Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 24/02/2026

» As the Bhumjaithai Party prepares to lead the next government, one significant campaign pledge was to revive the "Khon La Khrueng Plus" co-payment scheme. However, people in the wholesale and retail sectors view this initiative as a temporary fix rather than a long-term solution to the country's sluggish economy.