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Exports, tourism to underpin economy
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 28/12/2024
» Exports and tourism are expected to continue supporting Thailand's economy, but the automotive industry remains a key area of concern, according to the Finance Ministry.
Stimulus a band-aid for gaping wounds
News, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 28/11/2019
» Despite several "stimulus" measures launched by the government in the past year, the Thai economy is still being buffeted by the volatility of international trade. This year's growth projection has been adjusted to a level much lower than previous predictions due to a slowdown in exports, which account for 70% of the economy.
Farmer subsidy sign-ups outpace budgeted funds
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 08/11/2019
» At least 2.6 billion baht must be added to the subsidy scheme for rice farmers after the number of participants was higher than expected, says the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC).
Exim: Scant 0.2% growth due this year
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 01/08/2019
» The country's export growth is estimated to reach a meagre 0.2% this year, weighed down by the US-Sino trade spat and the stronger baht, according to Export-Import Bank of Thailand (Exim Thailand).
Farm prices increase for first time in 22 months
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 28/03/2019
» The farm price index rose for the first time in 22 months in February, largely because of an increase in paddy price and a smaller decline in rubber prices, says the Fiscal Policy Office (FPO).