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Thai export pain set to continue despite Mideast truce
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 11/04/2026
» The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz with fee collection as proposed by Iran, together with high oil prices, is dampening the prospects for Thai exports and may push overseas shipments into contraction this year, economists say.
Minister lays out higher education innovation vision
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 11/04/2026
» Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Minister Yodchanan Wongsawat has set out an ambitious vision for Thailand to "win the tech war" by achieving technological sovereignty as part of his eight strategic pillars to address national challenges through research and innovation, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductors.
Cautious optimism for ceasefire supports shares
Business, Nuntawun PolkuamdeeNareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 11/04/2026
» RECAP: Asian equities rose yesterday as investors returned to risk assets after the US-Iran ceasefire deal, although concerns about its durability kept a lid on gains.
Resilient SET Index pushes above 1,500 points
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 10/04/2026
» Despite recent geopolitical tensions, particularly the escalation in the Middle East and energy market disruptions, Thailand’s equity market has demonstrated resilience, with the benchmark SET Index rebounding past the 1,500-point mark on Friday.
Securities and Exchange Commission ramps up crackdown on investment scams
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 10/04/2026
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has intensified law enforcement actions to reinforce market credibility, as a sharp rise in investment scams, largely driven by social media, emerges as a growing systemic risk.
Merkle anticipates Bitcoin rebound in Q2
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 10/04/2026
» Bitcoin prices are expected to rebound in the second quarter of 2026, supported by easing geopolitical tensions and a gradual return of risk appetite. However, prolonged conflicts that drive oil prices above US$100 per barrel could trigger a broad sell-off across risk assets, including cryptocurrencies, says Merkle Capital.
EGATi moves to relax legal barriers on investments
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 10/04/2026
» Egat International (EGATi), a wholly owned subsidiary of the state-run Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT), is seeking to remove legal restrictions that have long limited its investment decisions.
Tourism minister chasing B3-trillion goal
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/04/2026
» Thailand’s tourism minister has vowed to restore tourism revenue to more than 3 trillion baht, exceeding pre-pandemic levels within the new government’s four-year term, and will proceed with a 300-baht tourism fee, as adopted in many countries.
Central bank chief expects no change in interest rate
Reuters and Post Reporters, Published on 09/04/2026
» The Bank of Thailand will keep its policy interest rate on hold, with economic growth projected at 1.3% to 1.7% this year, governor Vitai Ratanakorn said on Thursday.
Airlines adjust operations amid ceasefire
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/04/2026
» Despite a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, Thai airlines still have to adjust their operational strategies for the summer schedule to match travel demand dampened by concerns over uncertainty surrounding the oil crisis.