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Plastic packaging at risk as war hits crucial raw material supplies
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 23/03/2026
» Packaging may be the next industry to bear the brunt of petrochemical supply disruptions if the Israel-US war on Iran does not abate, says Veera Kwanloetchit, a director of the Public Private Partnership for Sustainable Plastic and Waste Management.
Small firms under pressure as costs soar
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 16/03/2026
» Thai small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face a wall of negative sentiment this year as geopolitical tensions, trade conflicts and tighter access to loans weigh on the sector, raising questions about how businesses can navigate these tumultuous times.
Economic toll of war grows
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 16/03/2026
» The escalating war between the US-Israel alliance and Iran is entering a more dangerous phase, raising concerns the conflict could trigger a wider economic shock via surging energy prices, disrupted trade routes and weakening global demand.
Restaurants call for anti-inflation support
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 10/03/2026
» The Thai Restaurant Association is calling on the government to support the restaurant industry amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Sukishi Intergroup slows down expansion
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 05/03/2026
» Sukishi Intergroup Co Ltd plans to scale back its expansion plans in the shabu-shabu market due to intense competition.
Pet food maker i-Tail targets innovation for revenue growth
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 10/02/2026
» Global pet food manufacturer i-Tail Corporation Plc (ITC), a subsidiary of Thai Union Group, has unveiled its 2026 innovation strategy, aiming for new products to contribute 15% of total revenue this year as global demand shifts towards science-backed pet wellness and longevity.
Stability first: Business urges swift economic action
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 09/02/2026
» In January, Thailand weathered baht appreciation, volatile gold prices, and the likelihood of a temporary halt in government spending as the country awaits the formation of a new government following the Feb 8 election.
Raise a glass to new alcohol laws
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 07/02/2026
» The Alcoholic Beverage Control Act of 2025, which took effect last November, has sparked confusion among stakeholders in the alcoholic beverage industry, including retailers and consumers. The Explainer intends to address some of the concerns.
Muyuan eyes Asia pig farms after $1.4 billion listing
Bloomberg News, Published on 06/02/2026
» HONG KONG — Muyuan Foods Co plans to partner with Asian pig farmers and enhance its global feed-grain supply network after raising HK$10.7 billion (US$1.4 billion) in Hong Kong’s biggest listing of the year so far.
Applications to Board of Investment hit B1.87tn in 2025
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 27/01/2026
» Investment applications submitted to the Board of Investment (BOI) in 2025 soared to 1.87 trillion baht across 3,370 projects, marking a substantial 67% increase in value and an 11% increase in the number of projects compared to 2024.