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Grab rolls out AI companion services to boost earnings

Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 09/04/2026

» Grab is accelerating its shift beyond transaction-based services to become an "intelligent everyday guide", evolving from a super-app into a more integrated, AI-driven companion.

BUSINESS

Long break eases pressure on oil reserves

Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 09/04/2026

» The long holiday during the Songkran festival may ease pressure on Thailand's oil reserves, as demand for diesel is expected to decrease during this period, says the Department of Energy Business.

BUSINESS

Airlines adjust operations amid ceasefire

Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/04/2026

» Despite a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, Thai airlines still have to adjust their operational strategies for the summer schedule to match travel demand dampened by concerns over uncertainty surrounding the oil crisis.

BUSINESS

Mideast truce met with market caution

Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong and Somhatai Mosika, Published on 09/04/2026

» Business leaders and analysts gave a lukewarm welcome to the two-week ceasefire deal between the US and Iran, saying the proposed conditions of the truce seem difficult for both sides to agree to, while significant uncertainties remain, particularly ahead of their Islamabad talks on April 10.

BUSINESS

Thai restaurants look to Asian visitors to make up demand shortfall

Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 09/04/2026

» Despite worries from Thailand's tourism sector that the Middle East war could reduce the number of long-haul travellers, two restaurant operators remain optimistic.

BUSINESS

Brazil blacklists BYD for slave labour conditions at its biggest plant outside China

South China Morning Post, Published on 08/04/2026

» RIO DE JANEIRO — Brazil's labour ministry on Tuesday added Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD (Build Your Dreams) to a registry of employers found to have subjected workers to conditions analogous to slavery, limiting access to state financing and increasing reputational risks in its most important market outside China.

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Crude prices plunge, stocks surge as US and Iran agree ceasefire

AFP, Published on 08/04/2026

» HONG KONG — Oil prices plunged on Wednesday while stocks rallied after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that will see Tehran temporarily reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz.

BUSINESS

Energy costs weigh on Hat Yai rebound

Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 08/04/2026

» Most businesses in Songkhla's Hat Yai district have resumed operations following the devastating 2025 floods, but they are now having to grapple with surging energy prices, which are affecting sales.

BUSINESS

Stocks under pressure as energy crisis bites

Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 08/04/2026

» Thailand's equity market is expected to come under pressure as surging diesel prices raise concerns over economic growth and corporate earnings, although easing geopolitical tensions may help cushion downside risks, analysts say.

BUSINESS

Proposed tax on arrivals draws mixed reactions

Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/04/2026

» Tourism operators have expressed mixed views on the new government's plan to levy a 300‑baht tourism tax, as it may affect travel sentiment amid sluggish tourism caused by the Middle East crisis.