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Krungthai Bank Launches Special Service Points for Half-Half Plus Project

Bangkok: Krungthai Bank is set to open special service points to assist citizens and merchants involved in the “Half-Half Plus” initiative. This service will be available on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 23 branches and 7 off-site service locations. According to Thai News Agency, these special service points are designed to support users of the Paotang and Tung Ngern apps,

Half-Half Plus Program Sees Rapid Depletion of Available Rights in Fourth Round

Bangkok: Register for the Half-Half Plus program through the Paotang app, Round 4, this morning. Only one right remains. After the government opened the “Half-Half Plus” program for citizens to apply for the right to participate in the “Paotang” application on October 20, 2025, the project was established to reduce expenses, increase purchasing power for the public, and generate income

Viriyah Insurance Maintains Electric Vehicle Insurance Amid Growing Market

Bangkok: Viriyah Insurance has confirmed it will not waive insurance premiums for electric vehicles (EVs) as the company foresees sustained demand through 2026, addressing concerns related to energy conservation. It has advised automakers to ensure the availability of spare parts to facilitate repairs and insurance claims. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Sayom Rohitsathian, Deputy Managing Director of Viriyah Insurance

Sara Lamsam Honored with “Happy Family” Award at Family Festival 2025

Bangkok: Sara Lamsam received the “Happy Family” award from the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, presented by the Department of Women’s Affairs and Family Development, at the Family Fair (FAM FESTIVAL 2025). According to Thai News Agency, the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS), through the Department of Women’s Affairs and Family Development (DWF), is organizing

APEC Finance Ministers Concern Over Digital Inequality Risks

Incheon: APEC Finance Ministers expressed concerns about the risks of digital inequality and recommended the responsible use of AI. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Ekniti Nitithanpraphas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, participated in the 32nd APEC Finance Ministers’ Meeting (APEC FMM) and the 4th APEC Structural Reform Ministerial Meeting (APEC SRMM) held from October 21-23, 2025, in

IDG to Commence Trading on Market for Alternative Investment

Bangkok: The Market for Alternative Investment (MAI) is set to welcome IndiG Public Company Limited (IDG) as it begins trading under the Technology group on October 24. According to Thai News Agency, IDG, a full-service digital transformation consultant and developer, will list on the mai using the ticker symbol “IDG”. Mr. Prapan Charoenprawat, Managing Director of the mai, confirmed the

YLG Bullion Urges Strategic Gold Buys Amid Record Price Drop

Bangkok: YLG Bullion Futures Co., Ltd. has advised investors to consider purchasing gold again if its price remains above the $4,000 to $4,040 range. This recommendation follows a significant downturn in the gold market. According to Thai News Agency, the recent decrease in gold prices marks the largest daily drop in five years. Mr. Warut Rungkham, Director of Analysis at

Thai Stocks Rebound, Closing Above 1,300 Points

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed up 11.63 points, rising back above 1,300. SET closed today at 1,302.35 points, up 11.63 points (+0.90%), with a trading value of 51,176.38 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, today’s stock trading saw the index rebound before surging sharply, reaching a high of 1,311.24 points and a low of 1,287.29 points. The market saw 213