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Gold Prices Continue to Break Records, Reaching 64,250 Baht and Expected to Hit 75,000 Baht

Bangkok: Gold prices continue to rise, reaching unprecedented levels. Gold bars are currently priced at 64,250 baht, and gold jewelry has reached 65,050 baht, with expectations that prices may surge to 75,000 baht. The global gold price is projected to climb to $4,500 per ounce, with no apparent factors to curb this increase. According to Thai News Agency, the Gold

Treasury Backs EGAT’s 2 Billion Baht SLB Bond Issuance

Bangkok: The Ministry of Finance has announced its support for the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) as it embarks on its inaugural issuance of Sustainability-Linked Bonds (SLB) valued at 2 billion baht, with an interest rate pegged at 1.40% per annum. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Chananporn Pisitwanich, Deputy Director-General of the Public Debt Management Office (PDMO), disclosed

GC Set to Launch New Series of Subordinated Bonds with Equity-Like Features in Baht

Bangkok: PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC), the flagship chemical business of the PTT Group, has announced its preparations to issue and offer a new series of baht-denominated subordinated bonds featuring equity-like characteristics. These bonds are expected to be available to general investors through a public offering in late 2025, with a minimum subscription value of 100,000 baht and

Kasikorn Research Center Highlights Key Economic Indicators for Upcoming Week

Bangkok: Kasikorn Research Center indicates that next week, attention should be directed towards gold prices, foreign fund flows, and the ongoing US shutdown. The baht is projected to trade within a range of 32.50-33.00 baht per dollar, while the Thai stock index is expected to see support levels at 1,270 and 1,245 points, with resistance levels at 1,300 and 1,315

High-Speed Train Project Linking Three Airports Faces Seven-Year Delay

Bangkok: The high-speed rail project intended to connect three major airports has faced a significant delay, now extending to seven years and spanning across five different government administrations. The Transport Minister recently expressed his willingness to support the advancement of the project; however, he opposed the proposed amendment to the contract that suggests a “build and pay as you go”

Trump’s 100% Tariffs on China Propel Gold Prices Amid Global Market Turmoil

Bangkok: Trump’s 100% tariff in retaliation for China’s control of rare earth minerals is having a severe impact on financial markets and the global economy, pushing gold prices higher. Gold prices are expected to test 65,000 baht by the end of this year. Thai authorities are advised to ease monetary easing to cope with the economic slowdown at the end

BAAC Introduces Noppakhun Gold Deposit Scheme with Progressive Monthly Interest Payments

Bangkok: The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) has announced the launch of the “Noppakhun Gold Deposit” initiative, offering customers a unique savings option with progressive monthly interest payments. The scheme allows deposits ranging from a minimum of 10,000 baht to a maximum of 100 million baht per individual, featuring a structured interest payment system over a 10-month period.

Chaokhunthong and Friends Make Waves at National Book Fair

Bangkok: Chaokhunthong and Friends, the legendary hand puppets, created a sensation at the National Book Fair. According to Thai News Agency, the much-anticipated return of “Chao Khun Thong and Friends” at the “Book Expo Thailand 2025” has captured significant attention. The hand puppets, a creation by Mr. Phal Phirom, the second generation heir to the spirit of “Khun Thong,” have