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

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed up 9.07 points today, with the SET ending at 1,313.99, marking a 0.70% increase. The day’s trading value reached 43,145.38 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the stock trading index remained in positive territory throughout the day, recording a low of 1,309.01 points and peaking at 1,317.88 points. The market saw 188 securities gain, while

Bangkok: Tourism industry leaders confirm that wellness tourism is the new engine driving the Thai economy. According to Thai News Agency, the seminar “Thailand Wellness Tourism: From Longevity Economy to Lifestyle for All” hosted by Krungthai Card Public Company Limited highlighted that the wellness tourism industry is projected to grow to US$1.4 trillion (approximately 51 trillion baht) by 2027. This

Bangkok: PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP) has clinched the top prize at the Climate Action Awards 2025, underscoring its exceptional efforts in decarbonization. According to Thai News Agency, PTTEP, under the leadership of Mr. Ditthaphon Sutti-osot, Senior Vice President of Technology Management, was awarded the Climate Action Excellence Award. This prestigious accolade was presented by Mr. Kittipong

Bangkok: The Minister of Commerce has unveiled a comprehensive plan to transition Thailand’s economy from its current “trap” into a value-based economy, focusing on grassroots development, market expansion, and cost-of-living reduction through three strategic approaches and seven targeted policies. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Suphajee Suthumpun, the Minister of Commerce, stated the urgency for the Thai economy to adapt

Bangkok: The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has announced the impending launch of a 2,000-megawatt Direct Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) this December. The commission also hinted at a possible freeze on electricity prices from January to April 2026, maintaining the current rate of 3.94 baht per unit. According to Thai News Agency, Dr. Poonpat Leesombatpaiboon, Secretary-General and spokesperson for the ERC,

Bangkok: Pipat is preparing to invite Veerit to discuss the situation following the news of his resignation from the position of Governor of the State Railway of Thailand (SRT). He stated that if he really wants to go, he must let him go. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Wirit Amrapal, Governor of the State Railway of Thailand (SRT), submitted

Bangkok: The Bank of Thailand has announced a new reporting requirement for car and motorcycle leasing and hire-purchase businesses, scheduled to commence on October 10, 2025. These businesses will be required to report their operations via their websites in accordance with new regulations that will be effective from December 2, 2025. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Daranee Saeju, Assistant