Predicted Decline in Thai Rice Exports for Next Year
Thailand’s rice exports are projected to fall below 8 million tonnes next year due to various risk factors affecting their competitiveness, including a strong baht and the potential lifting of…
Opposition Raises Concerns About the ‘Shady’ Aspects of Casinos
The opposition People’s Party has raised concerns about the government’s casino project, following recent modifications to the plan that they believe could lead to questionable business practices. Nont Pisarnlimjaroenkit, a…
Government Borrowing ‘Will Not Displace’ Private Sector Activity
The government has assured that its borrowing of 2.59 trillion baht for the 2025 fiscal year will not interfere with the fundraising efforts of the private sector, according to a…
Department Considers Implementing Stricter Regulations on Waste Paper Imports
The Foreign Trade Department is set to implement strict import control measures on waste paper to safeguard public health and the environment. Ronnarong Phoolpipat, the department’s director-general, stated that the…
SEC Raises Concerns About Fraud
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has cautioned investors to be vigilant when dealing with unlicensed operators selling securities, derivatives, and digital assets, including foreign entities, as they may be…
Final Decision on Minimum Wage Set for Friday
The National Wage Committee is set to meet again on Friday with the intention of implementing a minimum wage of 400 baht for large employers across the country starting October…
Mortgage Rejection Rates Impact Condo Developments
The high mortgage rejection rate in the first quarter of 2024 has prompted condo developers to halt new launches in Greater Bangkok during the second quarter, which may result in…
Minister Proposes 300-Baht Tourism Tax
The new tourism minister aims to implement the 300-baht tourism tax, which was put on hold during the previous administration under Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, while also committing to boosting…
Gold Hits Record High Ahead of Anticipated US Fed Rate Cut This Week
Gold surged to a record high as markets anticipated the Federal Reserve’s initiation of monetary policy easing for the first time in over four years. Bullion prices increased by as…
Baht Expected to Maintain Upward Trend
The baht may continue to appreciate after reaching a 19-month high of 32.2 baht per dollar on Monday. This potential rise is linked to expectations that the US Federal Reserve…