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Election result to keep foreign funds flowing
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 13/02/2026
» Stock market analysts expect foreign funds to keep flowing into Thailand as the decisive general election outcome signals stronger political stability and reduces the risk of extreme populist policies, keeping fiscal discipline intact.
Chiang Mai tourism in flux
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 09/02/2026
» Chiang Mai, once dominated by Chinese visitors, has gradually changed as the foreign market diversifies, with more arrivals from South Korea and Japan, as well as a notable resurgence of long‑haul tourists.
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.
Thailand stalls as Vietnam surges
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Somhatai Mosika and Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 26/01/2026
» As the election campaign intensifies, the theme of restructuring has been a common refrain across the political spectrum, promoted as a tool to revive an economy that has struggled to gain momentum in recent decades.
Northeastern arrivals dip amid crackdown
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 20/01/2026
» Tourist arrivals through four immigration checkpoints along Thailand's northeastern border fell by half in January, as authorities continue to strictly curb visa runs, while overall arrivals to the country are expected to decline by 18%.
Politics addresses tourism roadblocks
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk and Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/01/2026
» As the general election approaches in less than a month, political parties have begun to announce policies aimed at stimulating the economy amid the slowdown.
Bond market steady, but risks remain
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 08/01/2026
» Thailand's bond market is expected to remain stable in 2026, with corporate bond issuance projected at 900 billion baht, reflecting corporates' reliance on the debt market amid subdued economic growth and expectations of easing interest rates, says the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).
Long-term structural issues hobble Thailand's growth
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 05/01/2026
» Thailand's economy has been mired in a prolonged period of low growth.
Private credit: friend or rival of banks?
Business, Published on 30/12/2025
» Private credit has become one of the fastest-growing segments of global finance, raising an important question in Thailand: Will private credit compete with banks or strengthen the financial system by complementing them?
Solar panel buyers putting safety first
Business, Yuthana Praiwan and Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 29/12/2025
» As electricity prices remain volatile and climate concerns intensify, rooftop solar panels have become an increasingly attractive option for Thai households.