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Weak demand results in suspension of 4 power plants
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 29/10/2025
» Sluggish economic growth has prompted energy authorities to halt the operations of four power plants and delay the opening of a fifth to avoid a financial burden for electricity producers and buyers, says Energy Minister Auttapol Rerkpiboon.
Tourism revival goes into reverse
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 21/07/2025
» Over the past three years, Thai tourism has been struggling to regain the peak it once reached prior to the pandemic, while neighbouring countries Malaysia and Vietnam have already surpassed their performance in 2019, recording 37 million and 17 million tourist arrivals, respectively.
Investors urged to adjust portfolios
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 29/03/2025
» The Tisco Economic Strategy Unit (ESU) advises investors to adjust their portfolios to mitigate risks from US protectionist policies by focusing on US finance and energy stocks to capitalise on profit opportunities.
BAFS fuel sales to rise 8% this year
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 08/03/2025
» SET-listed Bangkok Aviation Fuel Services (BAFS) expects its fuel sales to increase by 8% this year to 5.4 billion litres, driven by growing tourism and better airport facilities.
Nam Ngum 3 dropped from hydropower list
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 08/02/2025
» Energy authorities have removed Nam Ngum 3 hydropower plant from a list of four potential hydropower projects that are set to sell electricity to Thailand, says a source at the Energy Ministry.
Bangkok Aviation Fuel Services upbeat on outlook for revenue
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 03/01/2025
» Bangkok Aviation Fuel Services Plc (BAFS) expects its revenue in 2025 to reach the high level recorded in 2019, driven by growing demand during the high season for tourism this year, says president ML Nathasit Diskul.
Sluggish economy dents auto sector
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 27/12/2024
» The decision by the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) to reduce the car production target twice in 2024 effectively illustrates how severe the drop in domestic car sales has been this year, dealing a heavy blow to manufacturers.
Trends drive job openings
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 02/12/2024
» Massive layoffs at large factories, including a report that Nissan is set to axe or relocate more than 1,000 workers in Thailand, have disrupted the labour market.
Medical costs in Thailand surge
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/11/2024
» Medical costs in Thailand, which have been skyrocketing since 2020, are projected to increase by another 15% next year, requiring sustainable solutions and joint efforts from individuals, the private sector and the government, say analysts.
Car output target cut to 1.5m units
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 26/11/2024
» The total car manufacturing target for 2024 has been reduced to 1.5 million vehicles down from 1.7 million, which is the lowest target seen since 2021, as car sales in the domestic market remain torpid, following banks' stricter criteria in the granting of auto loans, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).