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Bank of Thailand and Gold Shops Enhance Monitoring of Gold Trading in Baht

Bangkok: The Bank of Thailand and gold shops are stepping up their monitoring of investors trading gold in baht. The Bank of Thailand (BOT) is meeting with gold shops to expedite measures to mitigate the impact of gold transactions on currency exchange rates and requesting cooperation in enhancing monitoring of gold trading in baht, particularly among investors. The Gold Traders

GH Bank Extends Application Period for Managing Director Position

Bangkok: GH Bank has announced an extension of the application period for the role of Managing Director at the Government Housing Bank, now running from September 16 to 30, 2025. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Anukul Peedkaew, the Chairman of the GH Bank President Selection Committee, disclosed that the committee decided to prolong the application window for the position.

Thai Stock Market Sees a Modest Increase as SET Closes Up 6.16 Points

Bangkok: Thai stocks experienced a slight uptick as the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) concluded today at 1,299.78 points, marking an increase of 6.16 points, equivalent to a 0.48% rise. The trading value for the day stood at 35,280.04 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the stock trading index showed sideways fluctuations throughout the day. The index recorded a

FTI Urges Government to Scrutinize Gold Exports to Cambodia Amid Baht Appreciation Concerns

Bangkok: The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has called upon the government to conduct a comprehensive investigation into gold exports to Cambodia, aiming to manage the appreciation of the baht and its impact on the export sector. According to Thai News Agency, the FTI has emphasized the need for a thorough examination of both buyers and sources of funds involved

Thai Stock Market Sees Morning Gains with 3.98 Point Increase

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed the morning session up 3.98 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) closed this morning at 1,297.60 points, an increase of 3.98 points (+0.31%), with a trading value of approximately 20.045 billion baht. According to Thai News Agency, the index fluctuated sideways in the morning trading session, reaching a high of 1,297.88 points and a low

Prime Minister Orders Investigation into Gold Smuggling to Cambodia

Bangkok: The Prime Minister, leading his economic team, engaged in discussions with the Federation of Thai Industries, emphasizing the need to investigate gold smuggling activities to Cambodia. According to Thai News Agency, the meeting, which took place on September 15th, reiterated the government’s stance on keeping the Thai-Cambodian border crossing closed and tasked the Finance Minister with probing the gold

Gold Prices Expected to Surge as Interest Rates Set to Decline

Bangkok: Gold prices are anticipated to continue their upward trajectory, with analysts projecting a significant increase due to ongoing geopolitical conflicts and expected interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve (Fed). Market predictions indicate that gold could reach $4,000 per ounce by the end of the year. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Pichai Lertsupongkij, Managing Director of InnovestX Securities,

Bank of Thailand Calls for Swift Resolution of Innocent Account Freezes to Boost Merchant Confidence

Bangkok: The Bank of Thailand (BOT) is advocating for the prompt unfreezing of accounts belonging to innocent individuals, aiming to restore merchants’ trust in accepting money transfers. According to Thai News Agency, the BOT emphasized the urgency for all related agencies to establish clear guidelines by the end of September for unlocking accounts not associated with money mule activities. This