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Tourism's 2-speed economy
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 18/02/2026
» Tourism is a key industry for Thailand, but over the past decade it has faced a critical challenge: income disparity, with a sharp divide between a handful of major destinations and second-tier locations.
CP Group touts tech strategy
Business, Srisamorn Phoosuphanusorn, Published on 18/02/2026
» Charoen Pokphand Group is accelerating its move towards technology-driven operating models, a shift that could help the firm deal with an evolving business landscape.
Food industry growth fuelled by health
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 17/02/2026
» The Thai food industry is continuing to grow this year, particularly in the healthy food sector focused on promoting longevity. Innovation is crucial to developing new offerings that meet consumer demand, say food industry veterans.
Emerging markets to triumph in 2026
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 17/02/2026
» 2026 is expected to see a decisive rotation in global asset allocation, with emerging markets (EM) positioned to outperform developed markets (DM) as the US dollar enters a weakening cycle, according to analysts.
Digital agency touts operations plan
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 16/02/2026
» The Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa) has outlined its operations plan for this year, dubbed "depa unstoppable" and focusing on continued training of human resources, the promotion of innovation investment and the development of digital infrastructure.
Rethinking the central bank's role
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Somruedi Banchongduang, Somhatai Mosika and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 16/02/2026
» With Thai economic growth this year expected to sink to its weakest level in a decade, excluding the pandemic shock, Bank of Thailand governor Vitai Ratanakorn recently signalled a possible shift in the central bank's role, seeking more active engagement with problems in the real economy.
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.
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.
Chinese target Thailand for New Year travel
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/02/2026
» Thailand remains a top destination for Chinese travellers during the upcoming Lunar New Year, but tourism consultants said the country should still develop new attractions and experiences to compete with emerging markets.
Chinese New Year spending tipped to rise 5%
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 12/02/2026
» An estimated 54.2 billion baht will circulate during the 2026 Lunar New Year, marking a six-year high and 5% growth from the previous year, according to the Center for Economic and Business Forecasting at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).