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Transport Minister Pledges Clarity on 20 Baht Electric Train Fare Policy Within Two Weeks

Bangkok: Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, has announced that a decision regarding the 20 baht electric train fare policy will be made within the next two weeks. This comes in the wake of a policy statement to Parliament, which highlighted the importance of the fare policy with passengers expected to start paying the full fare

Muang Thai Life Assurance Advances Sustainability with Third Year of Carbon Footprint Registration

Bangkok: Muang Thai Life Assurance has registered its “Carbon Footprint of Organization (CFO)” with the TGO for the third consecutive year, moving forward with its Net Zero Scope 1 and 2 goals by 2030. Muang Thai Life Assurance Public Company Limited (MTL) reaffirms its commitment to sustainability by registering its Carbon Footprint for Organization (CFO) with the Thailand Greenhouse Gas

Gold Prices Hit Record Highs Amid Baht Weakness

Bangkok: Gold prices in Thailand have reached unprecedented levels as the baht continues to show signs of weakening. This morning, gold was selling for 58,900 baht per baht weight, marking a significant increase in the domestic market, driven by global trends and currency fluctuations. According to Thai News Agency, the Gold Traders Association reported that gold prices had risen nine

GH Bank Commemorates National Flag Day with Ceremony

Bangkok: GH Bank organized a flag-raising ceremony and singing of the Thai national anthem on National Flag Day 2025. Mr. Kamolpop Virapala, President of the Government Housing Bank (GHB), along with senior executives, bank staff, and employees, participated in this significant event on “Thai National Flag Day,” observed annually on September 28th. The ceremony commemorates the announcement made by His

Turbo Money Public Company Limited Set to Begin Trading on SET

Bangkok: The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) welcomes Turbo Money Public Company Limited (TURBO), a provider of car title loans and nano-finance supervised by the Bank of Thailand, to begin trading on the SET in the Financial Business Industry Group on September 30, 2025. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Sorawit Krairiksh, Senior Executive Vice President of the Issuer and

Thai Stock Market Rises by 9.33 Points Amid Portfolio Adjustments

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed up 9.33 points today as the Stock Exchange of Thailand ended the trading session at 1,288.07 points, marking an increase with a trading value of 37.86 billion baht. According to Thai News Agency, analysts indicated that the Thai stock market experienced a surge towards the end of the day. This uptick was driven by buying back

Phiphat Urges Ministry of Transport to Prepare for Typhoon Bualoi

Bangkok: Pipat urged the Ministry of Transport to prepare for Typhoon Bualoi, monitoring at-risk areas in six northeastern provinces and expediting preparations across all dimensions, both on land and water. He emphasized flood prevention and assistance, and posted warning signs and provided 24-hour public relations support. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Mr. Phiphat

SCB EIC Predicts Dwindling GDP Growth for Thailand in 2025 Despite Economic Schemes

Bangkok: SCB EIC expects GDP growth to be less than 1% in the second half of 2025, even with the “Half and Half” scheme included. SCB EIC estimates GDP growth in 2025 at 1.8%, with growth in the second half of the year less than 1%, even with the “Half-Half” scheme included. The report points to the baht’s appreciation, suggesting