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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.
Rising middle classes and the new consumption story
Business, Rewin Pataibunlue, Published on 09/04/2026
» The global consumer landscape is being reshaped by the rapid expansion of the middle class, particularly across Asia, giving rise to a new consumption story defined not just by growth, but by selectivity and shifting priorities.
Thai infrastructure bond market poised for growth
Business, Published on 09/04/2026
» The infrastructure bond market in Thailand is likely to expand in the medium term, driven by banks' stricter capital management, pressure on government funding due to high public debt, as well as strong demand from domestic and international investors for long-term stable assets, according to panelists at a recent seminar held by Fitch Ratings.
Middle East war: global economic fallout
AFP, Published on 08/04/2026
» PARIS — Here are the latest economic events in the Middle East war:
Jet fuel supply could take months to recover after Hormuz reopening
Reuters, Published on 08/04/2026
» SINGAPORE — The head of a body representing global airlines said on Wednesday that even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz it would take months for jet fuel supply to recover given disruptions to Middle East refining capacity.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A defining energy shock and Thailand's economic resilience
Business, Nalinee Taveesin, Published on 08/04/2026
» The global economy has entered a new phase of uncertainty. The escalating conflict in the Middle East has triggered what the International Energy Agency describes as the most severe energy supply disruption in modern history.