September 29, 2025

Thai Stock Exchange Sees Morning Gains as Index Rises by 4.10 Points

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed the morning session up 4.10 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) concluded the morning at 1,282.84 points, marking an increase of 4.10 points, or 0.32%, with a trading value of approximately 17,371.02 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the index remained in positive territory throughout the morning trading session. It reached a high of

BAAC Implements Government’s Quick Big Win Measures for Debt Relief and Increased Farmer Income

Bangkok: The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) is actively implementing the government’s “Quick Big Win” measures aimed at alleviating debt and boosting farmer income. The BAAC’s current Non-Performing Loan (NPL) ratio stands at 6.10%, which is below the projected plan and the year-end target of 5.17%. The final year of the debt relief initiative is set to commence

Thai-Cambodian Border Trade Plummets by 99.9% in August

Bangkok: Thai-Cambodian border trade in August experienced a significant decline, dropping by 99.9%, marking the lowest value in the past year. This downturn has significantly impacted the overall border trade, which fell by 23.6%. According to Thai News Agency, the Department of Foreign Trade reported that cross-border trade to third countries, however, continued to show positive growth, expanding by 20.9%

Comptroller General’s Department Addresses Concerns Over Civil Servants’ Medical Treatment Rights

Bangkok: The Comptroller General’s Department has provided clarity on the medical treatment rights of civil servants, addressing recent questions about whether they are required to co-pay for treatments. According to Thai News Agency, the department clarified that civil servants are not required to co-pay each time they receive medical treatment. Instead, the department has adjusted the drug use rate to

Dusit Thani CEO Thanks Shareholders for Support Amid Shareholder Disputes

Bangkok: Mr. Chanin Tonawanik, Group Chief Executive Officer and Acting Chairman of Dusit Thani Public Company Limited, issued a statement expressing his gratitude to minority shareholders for their support in protecting the company amid significant shareholder disputes. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Chanin clarified that following the completion of the first three agenda items at the Dusit Thani Extraordinary

Food Delivery Platform Supports Government’s “Half-Half” Economic Scheme

Bangkok: A food delivery platform is backing the government’s “Half-Half” scheme, which is seen as a potential boon for small businesses and the general public. The platform is preparing to roll out a campaign aimed at boosting economic activity. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Yod Chinsuphakul, CEO of LINE MAN Wongnai, expressed optimism about the “Half-Half” measure that the

NCL Secures ‘Navantia’ Contract to Enhance Royal Thai Navy Projects

Bangkok: NCL, alongside its subsidiary Golden Supply, has signed a contract with Navantia, a Spanish state-owned shipbuilding enterprise, to manage and support two Royal Thai Navy projects worth over 470 million baht, aiming to boost revenue growth in the third quarter of 2025. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Phongthep Wichaikul, Chief Executive Officer of NCL International Logistics Public Company

Department of Business Development Signs MOU to Expand Halal Food Market on Digital Platform

Bangkok: The Department of Business Development (DBD) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Central Islamic Committee of Thailand and LINE MAN Wongnai to enhance Halal-certified restaurants on digital platforms. This initiative aims to open new markets for high-purchasing Muslim customers, both Thai and international, and establish a credible standard for Thai restaurants on the global stage. According