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Retailers call for more help than just spending stimulus
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 24/02/2026
» As the Bhumjaithai Party prepares to lead the next government, one significant campaign pledge was to revive the "Khon La Khrueng Plus" co-payment scheme. However, people in the wholesale and retail sectors view this initiative as a temporary fix rather than a long-term solution to the country's sluggish economy.
PTT seeks global LNG player status
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 24/02/2026
» National oil and gas conglomerate PTT Plc has unveiled plans to transform itself into a global liquefied natural gas (LNG) trading firm, marking a major shift from its role as Thailand's LNG importer a decade ago.
Using credit scores to gauge interest
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 23/02/2026
» For decades, Thai banks have relied on borrowers' monthly income to decide how much interest they should pay on personal loans. Now an individual's credit score can help determine interest rates, a shift that could reshape how consumers borrow and how banks manage risk.
Crypto exchange KuCoin receives stay of execution
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/02/2026
» The future of KuCoin Thailand, formerly known as ERX, hangs in the balance as the securities regulator has extended the company's capital injection deadline to March 30, 2026, giving the embattled digital asset platform a final window to secure fresh funding or face possible closure.
Dead man walking
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Somhatai Mosika and Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/02/2026
» Being labelled the "sick man of Asia" has forced Thailand to reassess the long‑standing problems causing its "chronic economic illness".
Trump boosts new tariff rate to 15% a day after announcing 10%
Bloomberg News, Published on 22/02/2026
» President Donald Trump said he will increase the global 10% tariff he announced one day earlier to 15%, stirring up more economic turbulence as he lashed out at the US Supreme Court over its ruling that his preferred mechanism for applying tariffs was illegal.
K-Research upgrades Thai growth outlook
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 21/02/2026
» Following a surprise growth result for the fourth quarter of 2025 and an improved performance over the past year, Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research) has upgraded its outlook for the Thai economy.
US Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs
Reuters and Bloomberg, Published on 20/02/2026
» WASHINGTON - The US Supreme Court on Friday struck down the sweeping tariffs that President Donald Trump has pursued under a law meant for use in national emergencies, rejecting one of his most contentious assertions of his authority in a ruling with major implications for the global economy.
SEC files criminal complaint against Bitazza
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 20/02/2026
» The Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand has filed a criminal complaint against Bitazza Co Ltd, an affiliate and two executives for operating a digital asset exchange without authorisation
Sovereign technology key to national security, say pundits
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 20/02/2026
» Thailand must develop its own sovereign technology and innovative infrastructure to ensure long-term national security and economic growth, say tech researchers and a military official.