Mortgage Default Rate Increases
Lower-income homebuyers have faced difficulties in repaying their mortgages amid rising interest rates, resulting in a notable increase in non-performing loans (NPLs) in the housing sector during the second quarter…
Mercedes-Benz Launches New Electric Models in Thailand
Two newly launched electric car models from Mercedes-Benz are on their way to Thai owners, navigating challenges within the Thai automotive industry. The German luxury automaker is optimistic about its…
Profits of Listed Companies Increase by 9.7% in the First Half
Net profits for listed companies on the Stock Exchange of Thailand rose by 9.7% year-on-year in the first half of 2024, reaching 519 billion baht, spurred by a 6.3% increase…
Tourism Operators Call for Long-Term Flood Management Plan
Regional tourism operators are advocating for a long-term flood management plan to address the impact of floods and storms on tourism and the economy, particularly in light of the recent…
Illegal Securities Trading Under Surveillance
Stock market regulators are enhancing their collaboration with the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) to combat illegal securities trading, aiming to dismantle criminal economic activities and boost investor confidence in the…
Baht Expected to Strengthen Against the Dollar
The baht is projected to appreciate against the US dollar this week, potentially reaching between 33.50 and 33.75 baht per dollar, following its recent rise to the highest level in…
B2TN Cross-Border Trade Aimed for 2027
The Commerce Ministry has set a goal of achieving 2 trillion baht in cross-border trade by 2027, spurred by a 10.4% rise in exports through the Sadao checkpoint in the…
Saudia to start flights to Phuket from December
Saudia, the national airline of Saudi Arabia, is thrilled to announce its latest seasonal destination: Phuket. This makes Phuket the second Thai city added to its route network, alongside Bangkok.…
Study Forecasts Increased Local Interest in Gambling
According to the Finance Ministry, the government’s proposed entertainment complex project, which includes a casino, is projected to primarily attract Thai gamblers, who are expected to make up as much…
Proposed Fund to Regulate Ticket Prices
The Transport Ministry is exploring the creation of an infrastructure fund aimed at repurchasing mass rapid transit projects from private companies. The goal is to enable a flat fare of…