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Beyond the corporate realm
Business, Published on 14/11/2025
» The air around Nuttaphong Kunakornwong hums with political speculation. As chief executive of SC Asset Corporation Plc and the eldest son-in-law of former premier Thaksin Shinawatra, his name has been linked to the Pheu Thai Party's next prime ministerial candidacy.
Central takeover of Dusit Thani wrangle continues
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 29/08/2025
» A takeover by Central Pattana Plc (CPN) would be considered a positive for Dusit Thani as shares of the SET-listed hospitality group soared significantly on Thursday, amid the intensifying rift between its major shareholders, say analysts.
End of tariff uncertainty unlocks SET
Business, Tisco Securities, Published on 16/08/2025
» July was an unusual month for Thai equities as the low point of the month for the SET index occurred on the first day and the high point on the last day, with a wide trading range between 1,086.56 and 1,251.16 points.
State earns weak marks for messaging during tension
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 31/07/2025
» Social media platforms in Thailand recorded 2.6 million messages in July about Thailand-Cambodia border tensions, with Facebook, YouTube and X, formerly called Twitter, the top three channels.
Minister bullish on tariff negotiations
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 01/07/2025
» Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira is optimistic that the trade negotiations with the US will result in a mutually beneficial agreement.
Thai shippers allay concerns over closure of Strait of Hormuz
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/06/2025
» The Thai National Shippers' Council says a complete closure of the Strait of Hormuz would boost oil prices. However, negotiations are expected to address this issue and the situation will be resolved soon.
Domestic oil prices in focus in talks with PM
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 19/06/2025
» The Energy Ministry is working to allay concerns over the impact of the Israel-Iran war, pledging that authorities will continue to cap fuel prices, though this may require cutting the oil excise tax.
Political paralysis
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 02/06/2025
» Signs of conflict within the coalition government have been more frequent this year, with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on several occasions denying rumours of cabinet reshuffles or even parliamentary dissolutions.
Virtual banks to be announced in June
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 18/04/2025
» The Finance Ministry is scheduled to announce the list of approved virtual banks by June 19, with the Bank of Thailand confirming it will grant three banking licences in the initial stage.
Both ttb and KTB deny reported merger rumours
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 22/03/2025
» TMBThanachart Bank (ttb) has denied rumours of a potential merger with Krungthai Bank (KTB), noting its two largest shareholders are private companies that hold a combined stake greater than that of the government sector.