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Monetary Policy Committee Maintains Interest Rates; Baht Faces Depreciation Pressure

Bangkok: SCB FM reports that the baht is moving sideways after the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) maintained interest rates as expected. According to Thai News Agency, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) held interest rates steady, with a potential rate cut likely later this year due to ongoing risks to the Thai economy. The baht is under short-term depreciation pressure but

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,”

Thai Honda Targets Increased Sales Through “Half-Half” Scheme Amidst Economic Challenges

Bangkok: Thai Honda is optimistic that the “Half-Half” scheme will bolster purchasing power and promote the use of local content in motorcycle production. According to Thai News Agency, Thai Honda has noted that declining farm income is affecting sales; however, they remain confident that the “Half-Half” initiative will enhance purchasing power and encourage the ongoing use of local materials. The

Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn Oversees Urgent Repairs to Collapsed Samsen Road

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, along with senior officials, visited the collapsed Samsen Road area to ensure the progress of repair work. This visit follows the demolition commencement of the Samsen Police Station building, with a strong emphasis on adhering to the highest safety standards during the repair process. According to Thai News Agency,

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.

Scammers Use Fake LINE Accounts to Impersonate Metropolitan Electricity Authority

Bangkok: The Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) has issued a warning to the public about scammers using fake LINE accounts to impersonate MEA officials. These scammers are using the MEA name and logo to deceive people into transferring money or disclosing personal information, posing as agents providing electricity services or collecting service fees through unauthorized channels. According to Thai News Agency,

Thai Stocks See Slight Decline in Morning Session

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed the morning session down 1.89 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) closed this morning at 1,291.72 points, a decrease of 1.89 points (-0.15%), with a trading value of approximately 18.91 billion baht. According to Thai News Agency, during morning trading, the index fluctuated mostly in negative territory. The index saw a low of 1,287.85 points