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Economy has 'left ICU', says finance chief
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Nareerat Wiriyapong and Somhatai Mosika, Published on 17/02/2026
» Thailand's economy has now "left the intensive care unit [ICU]", reflected in fourth-quarter growth of 2.5%, which surpassed the earlier projection of 1.8% and lifted full-year 2025 growth to 2.4%, above the 2% forecast, said caretaker finance minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
Nomination nightmare for precious metals
Business, Published on 17/02/2026
» The nomination of Kevin Warsh as the new chairman of the US Federal Reserve turned into a nightmare for the precious metals complex on Jan 30. Prices plummeted at an unprecedented pace as speculators who had fuelled the relentless rally started to sell.
Bualuang Securities expects equities to lead financial markets
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 13/01/2026
» Global financial markets are expected to continue gains in 2026, led by global equities as the earnings cycle and artificial intelligence (AI) investment reshape portfolio strategies, according to Bualuang Securities (BLS).
Southeast Asia receives broad support
Business, Maybank Securities (Thailand), Published on 27/12/2025
» Southeast Asian equities ended December with a cautious "risk-on" tone, helped by a softer US dollar and year-end rebalancing, though thin Christmas liquidity exaggerated intra-day swings.
Offshore oil auction bidding to start soon
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 11/12/2025
» Thailand is to invite bids for offshore oil and gas exploration in the Andaman Sea, with cabinet approval expected by the end of this month, according to Energy Ministry permanent secretary Prasert Sinsukprasert.
GH Bank sees 19% loan growth in 2025
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 11/12/2025
» Government Housing Bank (GH Bank), a state-owned financial institution that has more than 40% of the market for housing loans across the financial system, believes that demand for homes priced below 2 million baht will remain strong next year.
CGS International Securities uneasy on new clashes
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 09/12/2025
» The reignition of border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia is expected to weigh on trade, tourism and investor sentiment, according to CGS International Securities (CGSI).
Sentiment improving, but watch for political risk
Business, Maybank Securities Thailand, Published on 06/12/2025
» Global stock markets have rebounded as the market predicts an 80% likelihood the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates at its Dec 9-10 meeting, up from less than 40% earlier.
Andaman oil to lure global investors
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 06/12/2025
» Thailand's oil and gas exploration and production scheme in the Andaman Sea is expected to draw leading international petroleum investors within two years, according to the Department of Mineral Fuels (DMF).
S&P stance backs state policy
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 15/11/2025
» S&P Global Ratings' affirmation of Thailand's credit rating and outlook underscores confidence in the government's economic policies, which are focused on transparency and strong fiscal discipline, says Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.