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Inflation fears batter investor confidence
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 16/04/2026
» Inflationary pressures and a potential rise in interest rates, both in Thailand and the US, are directly weighing on bond valuations and investor sentiment, leading to a higher possibility of payment default, Kasikorn Asset Management (KAsset) has warned.
House sales to fall as war hits demand
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 16/04/2026
» The residential market is expected to contract for a fourth consecutive year in 2026, with nationwide transfers projected to fall by 5.1% year-on-year to around 300,000 units, the lowest level in years, reflecting fragile buying activity, according to Kasikorn Research Center.
Virtual banks taking shape
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/04/2026
» Two virtual banks, Bank X and Clicx Bank, are pursuing similar strategies in the retail and food ecosystem, focusing on underserved customer segments as a key growth driver for their virtual banking businesses.
Initiative touts regional AI-driven commerce
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 16/04/2026
» Regional e-commerce enabler aCommerce has partnered with artificial intelligence (AI) startup Ai-ssistance, Microsoft and the US government to advance AI-driven commerce in Thailand and across Southeast Asia.
Salesforce sees rising shift towards agentic enterprises
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 16/04/2026
» Businesses are accelerating their transformation to "agentic enterprises" to drive stronger outcomes, enhance competitiveness and productivity, and deliver better customer experiences amid a volatile economic environment, according to artificial intelligence (AI)-based customer relationship management firm Salesforce.
Baby brands expand target market
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 16/04/2026
» Consumer goods producers that previously focused on the baby segment are broadening their target market to include teenagers and adults in response to Thailand's evolving demographic structure.
Garena targets Thailand for gaming investment
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 15/04/2026
» Amid economic uncertainty, game developer Garena is doubling down on Thailand by expanding its investment in e-sports, creator systems and content to bolster its Gen Z engagement and reinforce Garena Free Fire dominance in the mobile game action segment.
Calls for measurable action
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Yuthana Praiwan, Somhatai Mosika and Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 13/04/2026
» Two months after a hard-fought general election, the new government has begun its administration, having formally presented its 20-page policy agenda to parliament last week.
Thailand targets major investment reform
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 11/04/2026
» Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas has recently stated that the current energy crisis could be Thailand's last opportunity to restructure its economy and ensure long-term survival.
Thai export pain set to continue despite Mideast truce
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 11/04/2026
» The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz with fee collection as proposed by Iran, together with high oil prices, is dampening the prospects for Thai exports and may push overseas shipments into contraction this year, economists say.