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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.
Baht to remain volatile despite foreign fund flows
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/02/2026
» Although positive domestic sentiment has supported baht appreciation against the US dollar, the local currency is expected to remain highly volatile amid persistent external uncertainties.
SME loans to be aided by programmes
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/02/2026
» Despite weak loan growth in the banking sector, economists believe existing schemes will be sufficient to support lending for two years, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Foreign funds drive baht gains, market rally
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 11/02/2026
» Continuous foreign fund inflows into both stock and bond markets following the Feb 8 election are likely to push the baht to appreciate beyond 31 against the US dollar, as Thailand's political uncertainties have eased, pundits say.
Brokerages upbeat on investment
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 11/02/2026
» Tisco Securities has proposed the new government proceed with the planned establishment of the Thailand Individual Savings Account (TISA) scheme as a tool to promote long-term savings, strengthen household investment discipline, and strengthen Thailand's capital market with a focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) investments.
Hotel sector braces for challenging year
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 10/02/2026
» Thailand's hotel sector will remain highly challenging in 2026, pressured by multiple factors, including uncertainty in key foreign markets amid global geopolitical risks and the continued strength of the baht, according to Kasikorn Research Center.
Carbon rules reshape Thai business as CBAM looms
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 09/02/2026
» The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is sending ripples of concern throughout global trade, unsettling exporters of certain products while raising broader questions about its long‑term impact on industries not yet covered by the measure.
Stability first: Business urges swift economic action
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 09/02/2026
» In January, Thailand weathered baht appreciation, volatile gold prices, and the likelihood of a temporary halt in government spending as the country awaits the formation of a new government following the Feb 8 election.
Bank of Thailand expected to avoid manipulation charge
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 06/02/2026
» Thailand has a low likelihood of being designated a currency manipulator, as foreign exchange intervention in the baht remains well below the US threshold, according to Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research).
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.