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Suvarnabhumi Airport Awarded 4-Star Status by Skytrax

Bangkok: Suvarnabhumi Airport has achieved a significant milestone by being upgraded to a 4-star airport, as announced by Skytrax. The Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited (AOT) expressed their satisfaction with this accomplishment. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Paweena Jariyathitipong, Acting Director-General of AOT, highlighted that Suvarnabhumi Airport has been elevated from a 3-star to a 4-star rating by

Consumers Cut Spending as SMEs Call for Government Action to Boost Purchasing Power

Bangkok: The Department of Business Development recently visited franchise and retail operators in the Wat Pho area to address business challenges. They discovered that consumers are exercising caution in their spending, leading to diminished purchasing power, which in turn affects income and profits. SMEs are urging the government to implement economic stimulus measures swiftly and to address the issue of

Government Savings Bank to Launch 100 Billion Baht Soft Loan Initiative for SMEs

Bangkok: The Government Savings Bank (GSB) is set to launch a significant financial initiative, offering a 100 billion baht soft loan to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) at an exceptionally low interest rate. This move is part of the bank’s efforts to stimulate economic growth and provide necessary financial support to grassroots businesses. According to Thai News Agency, the GSB

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