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E-commerce giants form Thai trade group
SUCHIT LEESA-NGUANSUK, Published on 26/02/2026
» Thailand needs a sustainable digital infrastructure to guarantee continued health of the industry, according to the Thai Digital Platform Trade Association (TDPA), a new trade group founded by major operators Grab, Lazada, Line Man Wongnai and Shopee.
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.
Strategy aims to restore appeal of SET
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 10/02/2026
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has rolled out an aggressive strategy to restore the appeal of Thai equities, as the market faces shrinking liquidity, intensifying regional competition and persistent concerns among both domestic and foreign investors.
India's pledge no threat to local data centres
Business, Sirivish Toomgum and Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 04/02/2026
» Thailand's ambition to become Southeast Asia's data centre hub should not be directly affected by India's plan to offer a 20-year tax holiday to foreign firms using local data centres, as India is not a major rival to Thailand in attracting data centre investment, say local executives.
Instant commerce reshaping Thai retail
Business, SUCHIT LEESA-NGUANSUK, Published on 02/02/2026
» The rapid emergence of instant commerce in Thailand, a retail evolution defined by delivery within a few hours, will become the new battlefield for on-demand players and e-commerce platforms, say brands.
Adapting to a new world order
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Lamonphet Apisitniran and Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 02/02/2026
» As the global order shifts rapidly to geopolitical tensions, evolving trade rules and technological competition that is reshaping economics, business leaders and analysts are urging the country to adapt to these changes.
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).
Merkle sees room for crypto recovery in second half
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 07/01/2026
» The global cryptocurrency market is expected to remain under pressure in early 2026 before stabilising and potentially recovering in the second half of the year, as liquidity conditions improve and capital rotates across asset classes, says digital asset fund manager Merkle Capital.
Online shopping to keep growing at breakneck pace
Business, SUCHIT LEESA-NGUANSUK, Published on 05/01/2026
» Thailand's e-commerce sector is expected to continue to grow by 15% annually, despite high household debt.