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Thai Stocks Rally as SET Index Climbs in Morning Session

Bangkok: The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) closed this morning at 1,244.19 points, marking an increase of 14.79 points, or 1.20%, with a trading value of approximately 28,268.84 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the morning trading session saw the index rise to a high of 1,246.61 points, while the lowest recorded point was 1,233.44. This positive movement in

Thailand Urged to Reform Trade Structure Amid U.S.-Imposed Tariffs

Bangkok: The Economic Association of Thailand has highlighted the need for Thailand to reform its trade tax structure and non-tariff measures on agricultural products in response to the United States’ imposition of import tariffs. The tariffs are driven by the U.S.’s fiscal challenges, including an annual fiscal loss of US$1.8 trillion and a staggering government debt increase of US$36 trillion.

Cambodia Ignores Trade Agreement to Rebrand PTT Station

Phnom penh: PTT gas stations in Cambodia have been rebranded, ignoring legal trade agreements. A source from PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited (OR) revealed that PTT Station owners in Cambodia joined forces to terminate their distributorship contracts with PTT (Cambodia) and discontinue the use of the PTT brand in favor of a Cambodian brand. This stems from

Thai Stock Market Rises Amid Interest Rate Cut Expectations

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed up 17.56 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand ended the day at 1,246.96 points, marking an increase of 17.56 points (+1.43%) with a trading value of 53,040.81 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, analysts suggest that the Thai stock market experienced positive fluctuations due to expectations of the Federal Reserve’s first interest rate cut of

Gettgo and 1:2 Coffee Launch Innovative Insurance Campaign

Muang thai: gettgo partners with 1:2 Coffee to launch the ‘Want a Cup of Insurance?’ campaign, inviting young people to access insurance as easily as choosing a coffee. According to Thai News Agency, Muang Thai Broker Co., Ltd., which operates the online insurance comparison platform gettgo, has collaborated with 1:2 Coffee Company, a popular coffee shop among office workers. This

Prime Minister Engages Global CEOs to Boost Investment Confidence

Bangkok: The Prime Minister met with major CEOs within the Data Center and BCG target groups to foster confidence and attract investment. Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, disclosed plans for a high-level meeting set for Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., taking place at the Santi Maitri Building, Government House. Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime

Chevron and BCPR Announce Joint Venture in Gulf of Thailand Petroleum Exploration

Bangkok: Chevron and BCPR have initiated a joint petroleum exploration project in the Gulf of Thailand, specifically focusing on Block G2/65. According to Thai News Agency, the Bangchak Group revealed that Mr. Prasert Sinsukprasert, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy, presided over the ceremony announcing the collaboration. This joint venture involves Chevron Offshore (Thailand) Limited (Chevron) and BCPR Company

Government Savings Bank Unveils Ambitious Social Finance Strategy for Second Half of 2025

Chiang mai: The Government Savings Bank (GSB) is proactively driving its second half of the year forward, in line with its seamless Social Bank strategy. The company is expanding into the loan and deposit business, creating innovative social finance solutions, and aims to achieve a social impact of over 17 billion baht by the end of the year. According to