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BAM proposes adding small firms to debt relief scheme
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 21/01/2026
» Bangkok Commercial Asset Management Plc (BAM) has proposed the Bank of Thailand expand the "Clear Debt, Move Forward" scheme to cover the non-performing loans (NPLs) of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), leveraging a mechanism of private asset management companies to manage the debt.
Muted anniversary: Trump marks first year back with grievances
AFP, Published on 21/01/2026
» WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US President Donald Trump marked the first anniversary of his return to the White House on Tuesday with a rambling, often downbeat news conference that leaned heavily on familiar grievances rather than celebration.
IHG to add nearly 40 hotels to Thai portfolio in 3-5 years
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/01/2026
» Thailand still has an undersupply of hotel rooms, according to international chain IHG Hotels & Resorts, which aims to add nearly 40 hotels here in 3-5 years, adding the next government should address the strong currency.
Regional firms ramping up AI deployment
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 21/01/2026
» Asia-Pacific companies are shifting rapidly from artificial intelligence (AI) trials to full-scale deployment.
Sansiri targets B48bn presales in 2026
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 21/01/2026
» SET-listed developer Sansiri has outlined its 2026 business plan, focusing on resilient growth amid a fragile economic environment and weak purchasing power, while maintaining its leadership in Thailand's real estate sector.
Pundit calls for smarter energy policies
Business, Yuthana Praiwan and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 21/01/2026
» Political parties are urged to make smarter decisions to address living costs in the energy sector as previous price subsidy schemes were unhealthy for the economy, says Praipol Koomsup, an economist at Thammasat University who was an assistant to former energy minister Narongchai Akrasanee.
Petroleum law changes put on hold
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 21/01/2026
» The Department of Mineral Fuels (DMF) has finished drafting amendments to the Petroleum Act to ensure the continuity of petroleum production when licences expire, avoiding delays that can result in expensive electricity bills.
SEC puts digital assets at heart of 2026 market plan
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 21/01/2026
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has positioned digital assets, crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and financial innovation at the centre of its capital market development strategy for 2026, while reinforcing robust regulatory oversight to safeguard investor confidence.
New land appraisal prices to have limited impact
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 21/01/2026
» A new round of land appraisal prices to be effective in 2027 is expected to increase land prices along mass transit lines in Bangkok and surrounding areas by no more than 10%, attributed to the ongoing economic slowdown.
US-EU trade war fears grow amid tariff threat
Business, NAREERAT WIRIYAPONG and SOMHATAI MOSIKA, Published on 21/01/2026
» If the US and the EU implement tariff barriers against each other, it could cause severe disruptions to global trade, as both are crucial players in the global supply chain and major consumer markets, say economic analysts.