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Levelling the e-commerce playing field
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 14/02/2026
» The Trade Competition Commission of Thailand (TCCT) has issued new guidelines for the Trade Competition Act of 2017, expected to be published in the Royal Gazette next month, aiming to curb unfair trade practices and prevent monopolistic behaviour in multi-sided platform businesses, with a focus on e-commerce.
Fuel usage declined 0.2% in 2025
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 13/02/2026
» Thailand's total fuel consumption dipped slightly last year, falling by 0.2% year-on-year due to the economic slowdown, says the Department of Energy Business (DOEB).
New stimulus efforts target higher growth
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 08/12/2025
» The government is preparing to promote year-end economic stimulus measures to encourage spending, aiming to lift fourth-quarter GDP growth above 1%.
Domestic airfares continue to decrease
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 04/12/2025
» Despite a dispute over expensive airfares to flood-stricken Hat Yai, average domestic ticket prices this year continued to decline, as low-cost carriers fled from underperforming Chinese routes to add domestic flights and avoid competition with state-backed Chinese airlines.
Line pivots to new role in digital economy
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 01/12/2025
» Line Thailand is charting a bold new course by launching mini programs and agentic artificial intelligence (AI) assistants, aiming to reshape the country's digital economy under its new chief executive.
Bualuang Securities predicts investment trends
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 27/11/2025
» Bualuang Securities (BLS) expects Thailand's economy to stage a gradual recovery in 2026, supported by rising foreign direct investment (FDI), a firmer tourism rebound, and improving export momentum in the latter half of the year.
Rice mills call for action as prices deteriorate
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/11/2025
» As Thai rice prices have hit a 20-year low, more than 90% of rice mills are facing losses while farmers are struggling with debt repayment.
Former tourism boss touts measures for 2026 comeback
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 22/10/2025
» Despite a tourism downturn this year, Thailand should not lose its grip on promoting the markets next year, as the government should quickly fix perceptions concerning the lack of safety by revamping its image to resemble a trusted destination and by partnering with airlines to maintain seats and affordable airfares, in order to increase revenue by 8% to 1.63 trillion baht as targeted.
Gold surge set to continue as prices hit record highs
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 22/10/2025
» Gold's bullish momentum is expected to continue for at least two more years, according to local trader YLG Group, citing ongoing central bank purchases, persistent inflation concerns, intensifying geopolitical conflicts, and trade tensions.
Susco shifts to dining, shopping
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 20/10/2025
» Local oil retailer Susco Plc is rebranding its image by turning petrol stations into "Susco Squares", offering eating and shopping options to motorists.