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Thailand’s competitiveness problem is not about ideas. It’s about getting things done
Arinya Talerngsri, Published on 16/02/2026
» By the time you finish your first coffee in Bangkok, you have probably already read about another plan, roadmap or announcement about how Thailand will grow faster, become more innovative or compete better in the global economy.
Gold fever to result in new futures
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 16/02/2026
» Thailand's derivatives market plans to introduce smaller-sized gold futures contracts within the next few months, aiming to broaden retail participation as gold prices continue their historic rally.
Lopia opens first Thai supermarket
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 16/02/2026
» Lopia Japan, operated by Lopia Co Ltd under the OIC Group, has launched its first supermarket in Thailand at Central Chaengwattana, marking the brand's debut in Southeast Asia and signalling broader regional ambitions.
Nine things foreign investors should know about Thailand
Business, Bernice Jenvdhanaken, Published on 16/02/2026
» Over the years, many people from foreign companies ask me what they should know before doing business in Thailand.
Asian shares retreat ahead of Lunar New Year break
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 14/02/2026
» RECAP: Asian equities pulled back from record highs on Friday as traders locked in gains and pared positions ahead of a week-long holiday in Chinese markets. Wall Street risk appetite ebbed as traders started to look at AI-related impacts on the broader economy.
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.
Thailand’s Minor International to 'explore' Hong Kong IPO
Bloomberg News, Published on 13/02/2026
» Thailand’s Minor International Public Company Limited, one of Asia’s largest hospitality groups, is considering a Hong Kong initial public offering (IPO) for its restaurant business, people familiar with the matter said, at a time when Bangkok’s stock market tries to revive activity at home.
Tech and healthcare investment outlook good
Business, Published on 12/02/2026
» Foreign investors are expected to continue investing in advanced technology, healthcare and sustainability industries this year, following a record high of 324 billion baht in outlays last year, according to the Department of Business Development (DBD) at the Ministry of Commerce.
Foreign loan options to be kept in place
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 12/02/2026
» The government is refusing to rule out overseas borrowing in order to preserve funding channels in case liquidity needs arise.
Thai industry urged to embrace restructuring
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 12/02/2026
» Thailand's industrial economy is under a cloud of uncertainty in the first quarter of 2026.