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Geopolitics redraws the trade map
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Yuthana Praiwan, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/01/2026
» Geopolitical tensions between the US and Venezuela underscore the vulnerability of the global economy and trade to political conflict.
Oil markets shrug off US military intervention in Caracas
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 06/01/2026
» Global crude oil markets revealed little reaction in the immediate aftermath of the US military operation in Venezuela to detain President Nicolás Maduro on Jan 3, says the Thai Energy Ministry.
Trump's 'Golden Age' and how to invest
Business, InnovestX Securities, Published on 25/01/2025
» United States President Donald Trump has proclaimed the beginning of "America's Golden Age" and already issued dozens of executive orders in his first week in office.
Phuket unfazed by threats against Israelis
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/12/2024
» Israel's warning of a terrorist threat against Israeli citizens in the region should not impact Phuket, a popular destination for Israeli tourists, as safety and security measures have been tightened, according to the Phuket Tourist Association (PTA).
'First' as PM set to join Pride
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 22/05/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin confirmed his participation in Bangkok Pride Festival 2024, marking the first time the country's premier has joined the parade, despite security concerns after a warning was issued by the US Federal Bureau of Investigation and Department of Homeland Security.
Extended trading hours fail to help
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong and Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 26/03/2024
» The 30-minute extension of the Stock Exchange of Thailand's (SET) trading hours and the possibility that the Bank of Thailand will start cutting interest rates next month failed to boost the Thai market on Monday as investors worried about a possible backlash to an early rate cut and the consequences of Friday's terrorist attack on the outskirts of Moscow.
Travel demand steady as costs rise
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/10/2023
» With the holiday season approaching, travel packages for both domestic and outbound trips remain steady amid high living costs and economic pressure.
Firms fret over oil price fluctuations
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Yuthana Praiwan and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 16/10/2023
» Concern the Israeli-Hamas conflict may escalate has led to worries over volatility in global crude oil prices.
Gold price could edge higher
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 12/10/2023
» Global gold prices could hit US$1,875 per ounce in the near term as the war in the Middle East shows no signs of ending soon, according to the Gold Traders Association (GTA).
Time for barrier-free travel in Southeast Asia
Business, Vijay Eswaran, Published on 10/01/2023
» As experts forecast tourist arrivals in Southeast Asia will grow beyond pre-pandemic numbers in the next two years, could Asean maximise the benefits of this trend by removing barriers to travel within the region?