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‘Crisis of faith’ pushes Bitcoin to 15-month low
Bloomberg News, Published on 05/02/2026
» Bitcoin slumped below $72,000, a level last seen 15 months ago, as a broad risk-off sentiment engulfed global markets on Thursday.
Flood wracked Hat Yai still struggling, bookings way down
Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 19/01/2026
» Hotels in Hat Yai are still struggling to put guests in their rooms almost two months after the bustling city was overwhelmed by major flooding that undermined tourist confidence.
Thai, Russia trade forum boosts links
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 07/12/2025
» PHUKET: The first trade and investment forum between Thailand and Russia has concluded, with more than 100 Russian businesses attending and connecting with Thai companies to explore opportunities for future investment.
Line Man Wongnai banks on co-pay lift
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 05/11/2025
» Online food delivery platform Line Man Wongnai has high hopes for the "Khon La Khrueng Plus" co-payment scheme to attract millions of new users, increasing its sales by 20-30%.
Rare earths deal 'ties Thai hands' with US investors
Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 03/11/2025
» The recent controversial rare earths memorandum of understanding (MoU) has forced Thailand to give US investors an edge over other countries in investing in critical minerals projects in the kingdom, an independent analyst said on Monday.
Edging away from conflict
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Lamonphet Apisitniran and Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/09/2025
» The ongoing border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia is having a notable economic effect on both nations and their investors, which may cause foreign investors to re-evaluate their business strategies, particularly the Thailand Plus One model that allows them to leverage Thailand's robust infrastructure while taking advantage of lower labour costs in neighbouring countries, such as Cambodia.
Tourism Authority of Thailand puts faith in Malaysian visitors despite forecast cut
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 26/08/2025
» Despite the target for Malaysian tourists having been cut to 5 million this year, equivalent to the level seen in 2024, this market may reach the same number of arrivals as the Chinese as it is still unfazed by the situation along the border provinces.
Cambodia says 19% US tariff rate averts collapse of garments manufacturing sector
Published on 01/08/2025
» A tariff rate of 19% on Cambodia's exports to the United States has helped it avert the collapse of its vital garment and footwear sector, allowing the country to remain competitive with its peers, its deputy prime minister told Reuters on Friday.
Panel calls for new tourism investment
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/07/2025
» Thai tourism should not underestimate rivals in the region, notably Vietnam, which are investing heavily in tourism infrastructure such as high-speed rail as well as new attractions and hotels, said the subcommittee of the National Soft Power Strategy Committee.
Factbox: Where trade talks stand with major US partners ahead of tariffs-hike deadline
Reuters, Published on 01/07/2025
» Negotiators from more than a dozen major US trading partners are rushing to reach agreements with US President Donald Trump's administration by a July 9 deadline to avoid import tariffs jumping to higher levels, and Trump and his team kept up the pressure on Monday.