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Asian shares rangebound as investors await US news
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 10/01/2026
» RECAP: Asian equities traded in a narrow range on Friday after two days of losses, as investors awaited US economic data and a possible Supreme Court ruling on President Donald Trump's tariffs later in the day.
Thai dealers reiterate opposition to gold trading tax
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 06/01/2026
» Local gold traders have reiterated their strong opposition to a plan by the Bank of Thailand to impose a tax on gold trading to curb the baht’s appreciation, as they predict bullion prices could soar to US$5,000 an ounce now that US President Donald Trump has threatened other countries following the invasion of Venezuela.
Foreign investment must be a priority
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 05/01/2026
» In addition to short-term stimulus measures to revitalise a subdued economy, the new government should prioritise long-term structural and growth-oriented strategies to lift Thailand's competitiveness, particularly compared with neighbouring countries, says the Thai unit of crypto exchange giant Binance.
Call for more stimulus to revive flagging economy
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 05/01/2026
» With global and domestic headwinds pressuring the Thai economy this year, the new government should consider "focused domestic intervention" measures to enhance tourism and attract foreign investments in specific sectors, says the Thai unit of German insurer Allianz.
Insurers face a raft of economic challenges
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 03/01/2026
» Unfavourable economic conditions, political instability, soaring medical costs and natural disaster risks are the top challenges facing insurance companies in Thailand, while the country’s ageing society could support continued health insurance expansion.
Weak economy could hamper prospects for crypto
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 03/01/2026
» While the crypto trading industry expects a bright outlook in 2026, thanks to improved regulatory clarity and growing institutional investors, Binance TH expressed concerns over the stagnant economy that could affect nationwide adoption.
SET posts weakest performance in region
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 03/01/2026
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) continues to face significant structural and cyclical challenges this year, after posting the weakest performance in the region in 2025.
Cooling US inflation boosts risk appetite
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 20/12/2025
» RECAP: Asian stocks tracked gains on Wall Street as cooling US inflation backed the case for more Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts and worries about tech valuations eased.
Strong baht seen as economic threat
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Nareerat Wiriyapong and Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 15/12/2025
» The baht is excessively strong, appreciating beyond what Thailand’s economic structure can handle, says caretaker finance minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
Tris trims Thailand growth forecast for 2026
NUNTAWUN POLKUAMDEE, Published on 10/12/2025
» Thailand’s economic outlook for 2026 is becoming increasingly challenging as external headwinds and domestic uncertainties continue to weigh on growth momentum, according to Tris Rating.