Thai BMA Reports Increasing Trends in Bond Defaults and Delays
The Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA) has reported a rising trend of bond defaults and payment delays in 2025, mainly among small-cap issuers struggling with liquidity amid Thailand’s economic slowdown.…
Thailand and Vietnam Navigate US Tariff Negotiations: Opportunities and Challenges for Southeast Asia
The Thai business sector remains optimistic about tariff negotiations with the US, especially after Vietnam secured a 20% tariff rate on shipments and a waiver for some US imports. Thailand,…
Thailand Post Introduces Virtual Service
The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry has announced plans to support Thailand Post as it offers a neutral banking agent service to prospective virtual bank operators. Wisit Wisitsora-at, the…
Traders remain cautious as the US tariff deadline approaches
Asian investors adopted a cautious stance on Friday as the deadline of July 9 to prevent significant US tariffs drew near, with only a few trade agreements finalized. President Donald…
Six Senses Bangkok to Open in 2028 as a New Chapter for Iconic Narai Hotel in Silom
Six Senses has entered into a hotel management agreement with Narai Hospitality Group to launch Six Senses Bangkok as part of Hatai, a visionary mixed-use development on the site of…
DoBD Praises B89 Billion Investment Allocation
Foreign investment in Thailand reached approximately 89 billion baht in the first five months of the year, with Japan leading the way with over 41 billion baht invested, according to…
Gulf Achieves Renewable Energy Target Five Years Ahead of Schedule
Gulf Development, a publicly listed company in Thailand and the country’s largest energy firm by market value, along with its telecom operations, has surpassed its renewable energy target five years…
Dusit Chief anticipates a 2025 rebound to meet investor expectations
SET-listed Dusit International has reassured investors of a more optimistic outlook for 2025, forecasting a revenue of 16 billion baht from transfers of Dusit Residences and a reduction in interest…
Thailand Implements Stricter Regulations on E-Commerce Activities
Thailand is set to enhance regulation of digital marketplaces by introducing new rules for certain platform types, aiming to strengthen consumer protection and promote responsible e-commerce, according to the Electronic…
Smart Traffic Lights Reduce Bangkok Travel Delays by 10-41%
Photo credit: กรุงเทพมหานคร Facebook Page The installation of smart traffic signal systems at 72 key intersections throughout Bangkok has resulted in an average reduction of travel delays by between 10%…