Thailand’s Minister Affirms No Manipulation of Currency
Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas stated on Wednesday that Thailand is not involved in currency manipulation and the central bank has the necessary tools to manage the currency without intervention. He…
Exports Anticipated to Increase by Up to 10.4%
The Ministry of Commerce forecasts Thailand’s exports will grow between 9.4% and 10.4% this year, supported by clearer US tariffs, global recovery, and rising demand for digital, agricultural, and food…
US Signs Rare Earth MOUs with Malaysia and Thailand: A Strategy to Counter China?
Photo Credit: Reuters The United States has intensified efforts to reduce reliance on China for rare earth minerals—its primary supplier—by signing agreements with Malaysia and Thailand on Sunday, including one…
US Announces Thailand Agrees to Remove Trade Barriers and Meet Purchase Requirements
Thailand has agreed to eliminate trade barriers on US food, agricultural, medical, digital, and film products, and to make significant purchases of aircraft, energy, and farm goods with predetermined minimum…
Thai Industry Expresses Concerns Over US Tariff Regulations
Thailand’s manufacturing sector is facing mounting challenges due to US tariff regulations on Thai imports, despite a significant rate cut in early August. In August, the US reduced tariffs on…
Thai Listed Banks’ Profits Increase by 12% in Q3
SET-listed banks experienced a 12% year-on-year increase in profits in the third quarter of this year. This growth was driven by higher fee-based income, even though interest income declined and…
SEC Strengthens Regulations on Margin Loans
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has implemented new regulations aimed at reducing systemic risks associated with margin loan activities. These rules prohibit securities firms and derivatives operators from extending…
Tesla profits decline amid rising costs and tariff pressures
Tesla reported a significant decline in profits on Wednesday, attributing the downturn to tariffs and other rising expenses that more than offset the growth from increased vehicle sales. In the…
Bank of Thailand forecasts that stimulus measures will boost GDP growth in the fourth quarter
The Bank of Thailand anticipates that the “Khon La Khrueng Plus” co-payment scheme will significantly contribute to GDP growth in the final quarter of this year. The central bank forecasts…
The Bank of Thailand has been urged to implement measures to address the strength of the baht.
Business operators have renewed calls for the Bank of Thailand to address the strengthening of the baht, suggesting that an exchange rate of 34–35 baht per US dollar would better…