July 21, 2025

Government Savings Bank Initiates Plan to Instill Savings Habits in Thai Youth

Bangkok: The Government Savings Bank is actively promoting a savings discipline program aimed at educating Thai children on the importance of saving, with the government providing monthly contributions. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Jarulak Ruangsuwan, Secretary-General of the National Savings Fund (NSF), participated in a meeting dedicated to fostering savings habits among students. The focus was on imparting knowledge

CIMB Thai Reports 1 Billion Baht Net Profit for First Half of 2025

Bangkok: CIMB Thai Bank announced a net profit of 1,012.6 million baht for the first six months of 2025, reflecting a 21.8% decrease from the previous year. According to Thai News Agency, the decline in net profit is attributed to one-off adjustments, including changes to the effective interest rate income recognition and provisions for additional credit losses. These measures are

SCB X’s Net Profit Soars to 12.7 Billion Baht in Second Quarter of 2025

Bangkok: SCB X Public Company Limited has reported a net profit of 12,786 million baht for the second quarter of 2025, marking a 27.7% increase compared to the same period last year. This surge in profit is attributed to increased investment returns, reduced provisions, and effective cost management, culminating in a first-half net profit of 25,288 million baht, up by

Thai Stocks Edge Up as Market Closes Slightly Higher

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed today at 1,208.13 points, marking an increase of 1.55 points, or 0.13%, with a trading value recorded at 43,213 million baht. The Stock Exchange of Thailand experienced fluctuations during the trading session, initially dipping into negative territory in the morning before rebounding in the afternoon. According to Thai News Agency, the market saw a high of

Krungthai Bank Reports Over 11 Billion Baht Net Profit in Q2 2025 Amidst Economic Challenges

Bangkok: Krungthai Bank has announced a net profit of 11,122 million baht for the second quarter of 2025, focusing on careful asset quality management and accelerating assistance to customers for debt resolution and sustainable adjustment. The bank is concerned that US import taxes may slow down exports, impacting the Thai economy. According to Thai News Agency, Krungthai Bank’s strategy emphasizes

Mine Action Center Condemns Illegal Laying of Mines in Chong Bok

Bangkok: The National Mine Action Center issued a statement condemning the illegal planting of mines in the Chong Bok area, a sovereign Thai area, which resulted in three Thai soldiers being injured, and calling on Cambodia to clearly and concretely show responsibility for the incident and for the Cambodian side to stop obstructing the Thai mine clearance mission along the

Public Urged to Avoid Home Use of Ultrasonic Tartar Scrapers Due to Infection Risk

Bangkok: A public warning has been issued regarding the dangers of using ultrasonic tartar scrapers at home, highlighting the risk of infection. It is advised that individuals utilize the gold card to have tartar professionally removed at dental clinics participating in the “30 baht treatment everywhere” project or at regular service units, free of charge. According to Thai News Agency,

Thailand Wins Six Major Asia-Pacific Tourism Awards for Sustainable Initiatives

Bangkok: Thailand has emerged as the leading tourism community in the Asia Pacific region, securing six prestigious awards that underscore its commitment to sustainable tourism on an international scale. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, announced that the model tourism community of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and its network of special tourism areas