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Ministry eyes oil excise tax trims
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 23/03/2026
» The Finance Ministry is weighing the extent of potential oil tax cuts to keep retail fuel prices at a level the economy can absorb, while also avoiding excessive impact on government revenue.
Bitcoin rebounds as conflict in Middle East intensifies
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 06/03/2026
» Bitcoin has rebounded to top US$70,000 despite escalating conflicts in the Middle East, diverging from most major assets including gold, as global investors move aggressively into US dollars, says digital asset fund manager Merkle Capital.
Thai stocks face downside risks as war tensions rise
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee andn Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 05/03/2026
» Thai equities still have downside risk amid heightened volatility as escalating tensions in the Middle East threaten global energy supply routes, with strategists warning only a handful of sectors are likely to withstand a prolonged crisis.
Gold prices sag as Chinese New Year starts
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 18/02/2026
» Gold prices typically rise during Lunar New Year as demand for the precious metal strengthens during this auspicious season.
Foreign funds return to Thai equity market
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/01/2026
» Foreign funds have returned to Thai equities as global risk appetite improves, yet analysts caution about potential downward pressure, noting risks remain regarding trade retaliation and geopolitical spillovers that temporarily receded.
E-commerce growth eases as brands rethink operating models
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 22/01/2026
» Thailand's e-commerce market is projected to post normalised growth this year, expanding by 7% to reach 1.15 trillion baht as the maturing landscape is characterised by heightened complexity and fierce competition.
Warning over fallout from tariffs court case
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Nareerat Wiriyapong and Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/01/2026
» Business executives warn of renewed turbulence if the US Supreme Court eventually rules against President Donald Trump in a high-profile case challenging the legality of his global import tariffs, saying uncertainties would mar economic sentiment.
Gold set to gain from Venezuelan upheaval
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 06/01/2026
» Gold prices could potentially revisit the record high of US$4,549 an ounce, pushing the domestic price of gold bars to 67,000 baht per baht-weight, attributed to geopolitical tensions after the US announced it is "managing" Venezuela following the capture and removal of President Nicolás Maduro, gold traders say.
Election volatility to hit Thai stock market
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 25/12/2025
» Thailand's stock market is likely to face a volatile year in 2026 as political uncertainty surrounds the upcoming general election, raising concerns over a potential policy vacuum that would weigh on economic momentum and investor sentiment, according to Bualuang Securities (BLS).
Modest expectations as year-end nears
Business, Bualuang Securities, Published on 20/12/2025
» Trade on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has been volatile recently as some large-caps such as Delta Electronics, which accounts for 16% of SET capitalisation, came under pressure from external factors, notably the US tech sell-off and poor performance by Chinese tech plays.