Prioritizing Foreign Investment
Photo Credit: Stock Photo The new government should focus not only on short-term measures like stimulus packages to revive the sluggish economy but also on long-term strategies aimed at boosting…
Exporters Encounter Another Challenging Year
Thailand’s exports in 2026 are expected to face volatility and challenges due to a global economic slowdown, high household debt, geopolitical uncertainties, and rising trade protectionism, according to the Thai…
Manufacturers Prepare for Challenging 2026
Thailand’s manufacturing industry is preparing for a challenging start to 2026, driven by ongoing political instability, weak domestic demand, and structural issues within the sector. Industry leaders warn that unresolved…
OCBC, Bangkok Bank, and First Abu Dhabi Participate in Hong Kong’s $14 Billion Offshore Yuan Initiative
Photo Credit: Reuters Leading financial institutions from Southeast Asia and the Middle East—including OCBC, Bangkok Bank, First Abu Dhabi Bank, and Qatar National Bank—have joined Hong Kong’s expanded yuan liquidity…
SET Posts with the weakest performance in the region
The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) faces ongoing structural and cyclical hurdles in 2026, following its record-low performance within the region in 2025. After the index declined over 10% in…
Cabinet Approves New Regulations for Additional Taxation
The cabinet has approved in principle a set of decrees and regulations under the 2024 Top-Up Tax Act to specify detailed guidelines for the imposition and calculation of the tax,…
BoT Increases Oversight of Foreign Currency Transactions
The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has strengthen its regulatory oversight of inbound foreign exchange transactions to help curb baht appreciation and prevent misreported or illicit capital inflows, according to a…
Thai Rice Exports Could Decline by Up to 12.5% in 2026 Due to Stronger Baht
Photo Credit: Reuters Thailand’s rice exports are expected to decrease to around 7 million tonnes in 2026 from approximately 8 million tonnes in 2025, primarily due to the strengthening baht,…
Thailand Implements Stricter Regulations on Reporting Cash Inflows from Non-Residents
The Bank of Thailand is increasing scrutiny of capital inflows from non-residents as part of its strategy to regulate the baht’s fluctuations. Starting Monday, Thai banks will be required to…
The US dollar is headed for its worst year since 2003.
Photo Credit: Getty Images The US dollar is on track for its worst annual performance in over two decades, declining nearly 10% this year, driven by investor expectations of further…