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Songkran spending set to fall this year
Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 09/04/2026
» The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) has revised down its forecast for this year’s Songkran spending to as low as 120 billion baht, from a previous 129.6 billion baht, citing rising diesel prices.
Central bank chief expects no change in interest rate
Reuters and Post Reporters, Published on 09/04/2026
» The Bank of Thailand will keep its policy interest rate on hold, with economic growth projected at 1.3% to 1.7% this year, governor Vitai Ratanakorn said on Thursday.
Airlines adjust operations amid ceasefire
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/04/2026
» Despite a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, Thai airlines still have to adjust their operational strategies for the summer schedule to match travel demand dampened by concerns over uncertainty surrounding the oil crisis.
Rising middle classes and the new consumption story
Business, Rewin Pataibunlue, Published on 09/04/2026
» The global consumer landscape is being reshaped by the rapid expansion of the middle class, particularly across Asia, giving rise to a new consumption story defined not just by growth, but by selectivity and shifting priorities.
Gold climbs to near three-week high after US, Iran agree to ceasefire
Reuters, Published on 08/04/2026
» BENGALURU — Gold rose to a near three-week high on Wednesday as oil prices and the dollar fell sharply after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire as talks began on a permanent end to the war.
Middle East war: global economic fallout
AFP, Published on 08/04/2026
» PARIS — Here are the latest economic events in the Middle East war:
Jet fuel supply could take months to recover after Hormuz reopening
Reuters, Published on 08/04/2026
» SINGAPORE — The head of a body representing global airlines said on Wednesday that even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz it would take months for jet fuel supply to recover given disruptions to Middle East refining capacity.
Crude prices plunge, stocks surge as US and Iran agree ceasefire
AFP, Published on 08/04/2026
» HONG KONG — Oil prices plunged on Wednesday while stocks rallied after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that will see Tehran temporarily reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Stocks under pressure as energy crisis bites
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 08/04/2026
» Thailand's equity market is expected to come under pressure as surging diesel prices raise concerns over economic growth and corporate earnings, although easing geopolitical tensions may help cushion downside risks, analysts say.
Proposed tax on arrivals draws mixed reactions
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/04/2026
» Tourism operators have expressed mixed views on the new government's plan to levy a 300‑baht tourism tax, as it may affect travel sentiment amid sluggish tourism caused by the Middle East crisis.