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M81 Motorway Set for Trial Opening with 8 Toll Stations

Bangkok: M81 is preparing to open its first 8 stations this Friday, October 10th. The Department of Highways is gearing up for a trial run of the M81 motorway, complete with all eight toll booths, to facilitate public travel during the King Naresuan the Great Memorial Day holiday. The trial, set to begin on Friday, October 10, 2025, at 3:00

Bangkok: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reached out to the Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) to verify details concerning the case of Ben Smith. The SEC has also requested assistance from the Economic Crime Suppression Division (ECD) in response to a letter submitted by Thanadol Suwannarit, legal representative for Mr. Ben Smith, urging the SEC to investigate and

Thai Leaders Urge Government to Implement ‘Unlocking and Transforming’ Measures for Economic Growth

Bangkok: The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) and the National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB) have called on the Thai government to implement ‘Unlocking and Transforming’ strategies to significantly boost the country’s competitiveness and address corruption, aiming to attract more investment. According to Thai News Agency, during a seminar titled “Changing the Game to Fight the Turbulent Global Economy,”

Pointing Out the Survival Path for Thais: Accelerate Financial Planning Amid Economic Volatility

Bangkok: The Financial Planners Association suggests that the only way to survive for Thais and the middle class is to immediately start financial planning amid economic volatility, declining incomes, mounting debt, and the risk of unemployment. Organizations are downsizing and employing AI to replace them, as they face pressure to retire at age 45. The association recommends investing in yourself,

Thai Stock Market Ends Slightly Lower, Index Drops by 0.02%

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed down 0.32 points. SET closed today at 1,304.92 points, down 0.32 points (-0.02%), with a trading value of 37,346.56 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, today’s stock trading saw the index fluctuate mostly in positive territory, reaching a high of 1,314.07 points and a low of 1,303.48 points. Today’s stocks saw 157 gains, 289 declines,

SEC Seeks Confirmation from Technology Crime Division on Ben Smith Case

Bangkok: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reached out to the Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) to verify details concerning the case of Ben Smith. The SEC has also requested assistance from the Economic Crime Suppression Division (ECD) in response to a letter submitted by Thanadol Suwannarit, legal representative for Mr. Ben Smith, urging the SEC to investigate and

Metropolitan Waterworks Authority Prepares for Turbid Water Challenges from Northern Region

Bangkok: The Metropolitan Waterworks Authority (MWA) is ready to address the influx of turbid water from northern Thailand, which has been experiencing high levels of turbidity due to recent flash floods. The MWA has taken steps to manage water quality and prevent flooding at the Samlae raw water pumping station, and the public is urged to conserve water as the

Thai Stocks Decline as SET Index Closes Lower

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed down 7.97 points. SET closed today at 1,285.64 points, down 7.97 points (-0.62%), with a trading value of 33.1 billion baht. According to Thai News Agency, today’s stock trading saw the index consolidate, with a low of 1,285.64 points and a high of 1,299.24 points. Meanwhile, 146 securities saw gains, 315 decreased, and 190 remained unchanged.