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…
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…
Vietnam Aims for 10% Growth in 2025 Despite Trade Challenges
Photo Credit: Reuters Vietnam’s government has set an ambitious target of achieving at least 10% annual economic growth over the next five years, despite ongoing trade tensions and global uncertainties…
Thai rice prices fall to their lowest level in 18 years
Photo Credit: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill Thai rice export prices have continued their decline for the fifth consecutive week, reaching an 18-year low, amid sluggish demand and difficulty in securing major deals…
Board of Investment Introduces FastPass to Accelerate Approval Process
The Board of Investment (BoI) has introduced “Thailand FastPass,” a new initiative designed to accelerate the approval process for multi-billion-baht investment projects, aligning with the government’s “Quick Big Win” strategy.…
Banks’ Interest Income from Listed Institutions Expected to Decline
Photo Credit: Shutterstock Listed banks’ net interest income (NII) is projected to decrease substantially in the third quarter of 2025, mainly due to the Bank of Thailand’s cumulative policy rate…
IMF Maintains Thailand’s 2% GDP Growth Forecast Amid Global Debt and AI Bubble Concerns
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reaffirmed Thailand’s GDP growth forecast at 2% for 2025 and 1.6% for 2026, consistent with previous projections from July and aligned with the latest…