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BAAC Reduces Loan Interest Rates to Support SME Entrepreneurs

Bangkok: The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) has announced a reduction in its loan interest rates by up to 0.25 percent per year. This adjustment is part of an effort to support SME entrepreneurs, maintaining the Middle East Rate (MOR) at 6.125 percent per year and the Minimum Lending Rate (MLR) at 6.025 percent per year. These changes

Thai Stock Market Posts Slight Gains Amid Narrow Trading Range

Bangkok: The Thai stock market closed today at 1,252.19 points, marking an increase of 2.12 points or 0.17%, with a trading value of 34,064.09 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, stock trading today saw the index fluctuate within a narrow range, reaching a low of 1,248.35 points and a high of 1,257.50 points. In terms of individual stock performance,

Central Pattana Invests 500 Million Baht in New Year’s Eve Countdown Event to Welcome 2026

Bangkok: Central Pattana Public Company Limited, in collaboration with various government and private sector organizations, is preparing to host the centralwOrld Bangkok Countdown 2026 The Original – A Tribute To Love at CentralWorld. The company is investing over 500 million baht in this grand New Year’s Eve celebration that will feature over 500 artists. According to Thai News Agency, Mr.

Thailand Smile Club Hosts Special Dining Experience for MTL Click Contest Winners

Bangkok: Muang Thai Smile Club organized the “Special Dining: A Delicious Meal with Dad at SEKI” event, offering a memorable experience for winners of the MTL Click Application contest. Contest participants and their fathers enjoyed a joyful dining atmosphere at SEKI, located in The Mall Lifestyle Store Ngamwongwan branch. According to Thai News Agency, the event featured a diverse menu

Bank of Thailand Assures USDT Trading Has No Direct Impact on Thai Baht Value

Bangkok: The Bank of Thailand has clarified that the trading of USDT coins within the country does not directly influence the value of the Thai baht. The bank has announced plans to enhance scrutiny on transactions involving digital asset exchanges. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Chayawadee Chaiyanan, Assistant Governor for Corporate Relations and Spokesperson of the Bank of Thailand,

BOI Approves 15 Investment Projects Worth Over 240 Billion Baht

Bangkok: The Board of Investment (BOI) has given the green light to 15 new investment projects valued at over 240 billion baht. According to Thai News Agency, these projects are set to be completed by the end of 2025, covering sectors such as data centers, clean energy, smart industrial estates, and maritime transport. The aim is to bolster domestic supply

Thailand’s GDP Growth Forecasted to Hit Five-Year Low in 2026

Bangkok: TTB Analytics forecasts Thailand’s GDP growth in 2026 to be only 1.6%, marking the lowest growth rate in five years. This slowdown is attributed to weakening supporting factors and various risk factors that are expected to drag economic growth down from an estimated 2% in 2025. According to Thai News Agency, TTB Analytics, Thailand’s economic analysis center, highlights a

SET Receives Top Honors at BSA Building Safety Award 2025

Bangkok: The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has been honored with the Diamond level award for outstanding building safety at the ‘BSA Building Safety Award 2025,’ highlighting its adherence to stringent safety management standards. According to Thai News Agency, the SET received the prestigious ‘BSA Building Safety Award 2025’ from the Building Inspectors Association. The SET building earned the Diamond