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BDMS Wellness Clinic Unites Public and Private Sectors to Boost Wellness Tourism Ecosystem
Published on 10/02/2026
» Thailand’s ambition to become a global wellness destination took a decisive step forward on Feb 6 as BDMS Wellness Clinic convened public agencies, hospitality leaders, lifestyle brands and scientific partners to launch Wellness Hub Thailand, The Land of Life: The Journey Within at the BDMS Connect Center in Bangkok.
Young leader eyes premiership
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 07/02/2026
» Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, the country's youngest opposition leader, has declared his readiness to become prime minister, positioning his People's Party as a vehicle for national transformation.
Krungthai Bank and IRPC moves forward with FX risk management
Published on 05/02/2026
» Krungthai Bank, in collaboration with IRPC Public Company Limited, will continue enhancing foreign exchange (FX) risk management for the third consecutive year through the ESG Data-Integrated FX Total Solutions project. The initiative integrates environmental, social and governance (ESG) data into financial risk management via IRPC’s ESG Platform, covering data collection, analysis and disclosure. This approach strengthens FX risk management while advancing tangible and sustainable business operations.
GC Strengthens Capital with Hybrid Debenture Success
Published on 04/12/2025
» A major step in capital strengthening has been achieved as PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC), the chemical flagship of PTT Group and a global leader in the sector, successfully completed the issuance of its new subordinated hybrid debentures with a total offering size of THB 10,000 million. The strong demand from investors underscores confidence in GC’s financial position and long-term growth potential, while the funding will further support the company’s strategic shift toward High Value–Low Carbon business expansion.
SCB WEALTH Navigates the “Storm Shift” at Year-End Forum
Published on 28/11/2025
» SCB WEALTH under Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) recently hosted the SCB WEALTH Holistic Wealth Forum 2025 under the theme “Storm Shift”, bringing together top-tier local and global experts to provide clients with a strategic “investment compass” to weather global economic storms. Looking ahead to 2026, the forum identified it as a pivotal year marked by major disruptions—from geopolitical tensions and AI-driven technological shifts to evolving global economic structures. Despite these challenges, Thailand is seen as entering a “golden opportunity” phase, supported by surging foreign investment figures from the Board of Investment (BOI). Foreign investment and capital markets are accelerating efforts to transition Thailand into the New Economy, driven by the Third Wave of innovation in AI, semiconductors, and data centres. BlackRock highlighted AI infrastructure as a major force poised to reshape the global economy. Meanwhile, Hua Seng Heng projected that gold prices will remain on an upward trajectory in 2026, with potential to reach USD 4,700. SCB Fund Management (SCBFM) forecasted Thai baht volatility within a range of THB 31–33 per USD. The forum concluded with insights on family office strategy and the importance of establishing a family constitution to ensure long-term wealth preservation. Experts emphasised the need for neutral mediation mechanisms to protect family wealth from internal disruptions and promote sustainable legacy planning.
Krungthai, Crimson Guide Path to Global Universities
Published on 24/11/2025
» “Investment in education” remains a cornerstone strategy for Thailand’s high-net-worth families. Crimson Education, a leading global university admissions consultancy, reports that Thai parents increasingly recognise the value of building their children’s “educational capital”, viewing access to world-class institutions as a high-return, long-term investment in their family’s future.
Co-payment scheme spending reaches B38 billion
Online Reporters, Published on 15/11/2025
» The Khon La Khrueng Plus (Half-Half Plus) co-payment scheme has recorded 37.9 billion baht in spending in the 17 days since its launch, with more than 710,000 participants having fully used their subsidy quota, according to the Ministry of Finance.
Scandal draws too close for comfort
News, Published on 23/10/2025
» Vorapak Tanyawong was hailed as a reliable and trusted financial guru by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul when he brought him in from the private sector to help run the economy as deputy finance minister.
Thai minister Vorapak resigns, denies scam links
Online Reporters, Published on 22/10/2025
» Deputy Finance Minister Vorapak Tanyawong announced his resignation on Wednesday, insisting he had no connection with transnational scam networks and vowing legal action against those spreading false information.
20m join co-payment scheme
News, Wichit Chantanusornsiri and Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 21/10/2025
» The Finance Ministry will consider opening a new round of registration for the "Khon La Khrueng Plus" co-payment scheme, after the first day of registration saw all 20 million available slots filled.