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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.
Tourism minister chasing B3-trillion goal
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/04/2026
» Thailand’s tourism minister has vowed to restore tourism revenue to more than 3 trillion baht, exceeding pre-pandemic levels within the new government’s four-year term, and will proceed with a 300-baht tourism fee, as adopted in many countries.
Grab rolls out AI companion services to boost earnings
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 09/04/2026
» Grab is accelerating its shift beyond transaction-based services to become an "intelligent everyday guide", evolving from a super-app into a more integrated, AI-driven companion.
Long break eases pressure on oil reserves
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 09/04/2026
» The long holiday during the Songkran festival may ease pressure on Thailand's oil reserves, as demand for diesel is expected to decrease during this period, says the Department of Energy Business.
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.
Thai restaurants look to Asian visitors to make up demand shortfall
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 09/04/2026
» Despite worries from Thailand's tourism sector that the Middle East war could reduce the number of long-haul travellers, two restaurant operators remain optimistic.
Energy costs weigh on Hat Yai rebound
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 08/04/2026
» Most businesses in Songkhla's Hat Yai district have resumed operations following the devastating 2025 floods, but they are now having to grapple with surging energy prices, which are affecting sales.
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.
Epac cuts ex-refinery prices by 2 baht per litres
Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 07/04/2026
» The Energy Policy Administration Committee (Epac) has resolved to reduce ex-refinery prices by 2 baht per litre, a move expected to lower domestic diesel prices by 2.14 baht per litre by this Friday.
US fund Pershing Square launches takeover bid for Universal Music
AFP, Published on 07/04/2026
» PARIS — American hedge fund Pershing Square, led by the activist investor Bill Ackman, announced Tuesday that it had offered to buy Universal Music Group in a merger, saying it believed the music giant was undervalued by stock markets.