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Flood recovery lag weighs on Hat Yai
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/02/2026
» While most hotels in Hat Yai have already resumed operations, insufficient flood relief has resulted in only 30% of shops and restaurants reopening, leading to a weak outlook for tourism revenue during the Chinese New Year, according to the Hat Yai Songkhla Hotels Association.
Jorakay sees steady growth despite housing slowdown
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 27/01/2026
» Jorakay Corporation, a manufacturer of tile adhesives, grouting products and construction chemicals, expects to achieve 10% growth this year despite a property market slowdown, supported by continued strength in second-hand housing.
New auto repair rules set higher standards
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 17/12/2025
» The Thai General Insurance Association (TGIA) has moved to strengthen consumer protection and industry transparency by introducing a unified standard for auto repair timelines, meant to improve claims efficiency and enhance public confidence in the non-life insurance industry.
SET continues to decline towards year-end
Business, Tisco Securities, Published on 13/12/2025
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand underperformed again in November. At the beginning of the month, big-cap Delta Electronics helped push the SET Index up beyond 1,300 points. In the second week, the longer-than-expected US government shutdown was a drag on sentiment globally and locally. DELTA and commerce stocks plunged, bringing the SET down almost 6%.
Rental market thrives despite demand for home ownership
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 11/12/2025
» Most Thais continue to value owning high-value assets such as homes, widely regarded as symbols of stability, success and social standing, while the rental market is expanding rapidly as more consumers seek flexibility and avoid long-term debt obligations, according to the SCB Economic Intelligence Center (EIC).
Frugal festivities
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Somhatai Mosika and Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/12/2025
» The final months of the year are usually when businesses expect higher local spending, riding on the festive New Year mood.
Agoda says tourism sector still resilient
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 06/12/2025
» Thailand's tourism sector remains resilient, with its top three source markets accounting for only 35% of total arrivals, lower than other Asian destinations, according to online travel platform Agoda.
Call for tourism relief blueprint
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 28/11/2025
» The Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) has proposed a 60-day relief framework to ease the impact on tourism businesses caused by severe flooding in the South, with damages estimated at more than 10 billion baht.
Income tax break sought for flood victims
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 27/11/2025
» The Finance Ministry plans to use tax measures to remedy the impact of the floods, allowing expenses for home and vehicle repairs to be deducted from personal income tax.
Stecon ventures into property development
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 01/10/2025
» SET-listed contractor Stecon Group has diversified into property development, targeting an initial return of at least 15%, starting with a 14-billion-baht joint venture condo project with SET-listed residential developer Noble Development.