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Rethinking the central bank's role
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Somruedi Banchongduang, Somhatai Mosika and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 16/02/2026
» With Thai economic growth this year expected to sink to its weakest level in a decade, excluding the pandemic shock, Bank of Thailand governor Vitai Ratanakorn recently signalled a possible shift in the central bank's role, seeking more active engagement with problems in the real economy.
SME loans to be aided by programmes
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/02/2026
» Despite weak loan growth in the banking sector, economists believe existing schemes will be sufficient to support lending for two years, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
SET rides wave of post-poll optimism
Business, Tisco Securities, Published on 14/02/2026
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand closed the first month of 2026 with high hopes for an election-themed rally. Market-cap leader DELTA turned positive again, pushing the SET up more than 20 points in the first week of the year, while positive sentiment about artificial intelligence (AI) on Wall Street spread to Asia.
Easy Money raises borrowing for expansion
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 13/02/2026
» Amid sluggish loan demand as the economy sags, pawn shop operator Easy Money has increased borrowing to prepare for business expansion this year.
Consumer confidence to see uptick in February, March
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 13/02/2026
» Consumer confidence is expected to improve in February and March, driven by the formation of a stable government, the implementation of tangible economic policies and a cabinet lineup that is broadly accepted by the public, says the Center for Economic and Business Forecasting at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).
Election result to keep foreign funds flowing
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 13/02/2026
» Stock market analysts expect foreign funds to keep flowing into Thailand as the decisive general election outcome signals stronger political stability and reduces the risk of extreme populist policies, keeping fiscal discipline intact.
Digital Economy and Society Ministry to rejig organisational structure
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 13/02/2026
» The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry plans to restructure its organisational management to better pursue digital infrastructure and regulatory development.
Retailers urge measures to stimulate economy
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 13/02/2026
» The Thai Retailers Association (TRA) is proposing a comprehensive package of urgent policy measures to stimulate the economy dubbed "Value Shopping – Tourism Boost – Local Investment – Strong SMEs – Skilled Workforce – Fair Competition".
CIMBT predicts H2 gains after government forms
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 13/02/2026
» The Thai economy will start to recover in the second half of 2026, depending on how soon the new members of parliament are endorsed, as the Bank of Thailand is unlikely to cut interest rates for the entire year in order to prop up economic growth, says CIMB Thai Bank (CIMBT).
Russia and Thailand among top Lunar New Year destinations
Reuters, Published on 12/02/2026
» HONG KONG - More Chinese tourists are expected to travel overseas during next week’s extra-long Lunar New Year break, with top destinations ranging from Russia and Australia to Thailand and South Korea, travel agencies say, but Japan has lost some of its appeal.