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Year-End Economic Measures Expected to Boost Thai GDP Growth

Bangkok: The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce anticipates that economic recovery measures set for the end of the year will enhance GDP growth by 2-2.2 percent. According to Thai News Agency, the introduction of several year-end initiatives is predicted to spur GDP growth for 2025 by the same percentage, with citizens prepared to engage with the “Half-Half Plus”

Gold Prices Hit Record High Amid Global Economic Uncertainties

Bangkok: Gold prices continue to rise, hitting a new high this morning after the global gold price exceeded $4,200 per ounce. The Gold Traders Association reported that the price of gold this morning continued to rise, reaching a new historical high. The market opened 200 baht per baht of gold, a new record high, and as of 10:01 a.m., the

PEA Clarifies No Electricity Supply to Cambodian Residents in Border Area

Sa kaeo: The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has clarified that there is no electricity supply to Cambodian residents in the Ban Nong Ya Kaeo – Ban Nong Chan area. This clarification comes amid reports on social media suggesting that Cambodians in this Thai-Cambodian border area are using electricity from Thailand. According to Thai News Agency, the PEA stated that Cambodian

Ministry of Industry Drives Smart Electronics Sector to Establish Thailand as High-Tech Hub

Bangkok: The Ministry of Industry is promoting the smart electronics industry and supporting Thailand’s advancement into a world-class high-tech manufacturing base. Seagate Technology (Thailand) is promoting job creation, career development, and the development of human resources working with robots, while also pushing for an increase in the proportion of local content. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Thanakorn Wangboonkhongchana, Minister

SET Opens Trading for 8 New DRs Referencing Hong Kong Stocks

Bangkok: The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) is set to commence trading for eight new Depositary Receipts (DRs) on October 17th, 2025. These DRs, referencing shares listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, are issued by Kiatnakin Phatra Securities Public Company Limited (KKPS). According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Nopadol Nimmanphiphat, Head of Securities and Futures Trading, indicated that there

Bangchak Offers 50% Discount on Drinks for Green Miles Members

Bangkok: Bangchak Green Miles members log in to the app and receive a 50% discount on drinks. Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited announced that it is offering special privileges to Bangchak GreenMiles members to meet the needs of digital-age consumers. Simply download the Bangchak app and log in for the first time to receive a 50% discount coupon for Inthanin

Muang Thai Life Assurance Launches mDesign Investment-Linked Life Insurance

Bangkok: Muang Thai Life Assurance has unveiled its latest product, mDesign, a revolutionary investment-linked life insurance plan designed to offer long-term coverage with the flexibility of short premium payment terms. The innovative plan allows policyholders to pay premiums over 3, 5, or 10 years while enjoying life insurance coverage up to the age of 99. According to Thai News Agency,

Thai Stock Market Sees Modest Gain as Index Closes Higher

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed up 4.77 points. SET closed today at 1,291.46 points, up 4.77 points (+0.37%), with a trading value of 33,202.91 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, today’s stock trading saw the index consolidate in the afternoon, hitting a low of 1,286.60 points and a high of 1,299.43 points. The market saw 195 stocks increase, 242 stocks