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ASEAN fuel price comparison: where Thailand stands after latest hike
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Thailand raised petrol and gasohol prices by 0.70 baht/litre and diesel by 3.50 baht/litre on April 3, 2026. EPPO data shows Thailand remains mid-range in ASEAN for both petrol and diesel prices.
Thailand fuel prices rise: diesel up 3.50 baht, petrol up 0.70 baht from 5.00am
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Major fuel retailers including OR (PTT Oil and Retail) and Bangchak raised pump prices on April 3, 2026, with petrol and gasohol up 0.70 baht/litre, diesel up 3.50 baht/litre and premium diesel up 4.00 baht/litre.
TMD warns of 42°C heat and thunderstorms across upper Thailand
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
The Thai Meteorological Department says upper Thailand will stay very hot, with temperatures peaking at 42C and isolated thunderstorms in some areas.
Thailand launches 3 fertiliser measures over Hormuz crisis
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Thailand has launched a three-pronged response to fertiliser risks, while pressing for five cargo ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
Middle East war drives deeper energy and economic pain for Thailand
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Thailand enters level 2 energy crisis as Hormuz risks disrupt supply, forcing refineries to prepare for all crude types and raising cost pressures
Gold slides as strong dollar and rate fears overshadow safe-haven appeal
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Global gold prices fall as US dollar strengthens and oil surges, fuelling inflation fears and expectations of prolonged high interest rates
High crude oil prices still dampen business confidence in Japan
THURSDAY, APRIL 02, 2026
The March tankan showed sentiment holding up, but firms across Japan expect conditions to worsen as Middle East turmoil drives up fuel costs.
Japan keeps calling for dialogue on Middle East de-escalation
THURSDAY, APRIL 02, 2026
Japan said Trump offered no fresh route to peace, and pledged to keep pursuing dialogue with Iran while joining partners to push for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen.
Subaru unveils new EV and hybrid vehicle at New York Auto Show
THURSDAY, APRIL 02, 2026
Shown at the New York International Auto Show, Subaru’s new Getaway EV and Forester Wilderness Hybrid are set to reach North America later this year.
Stock checks, fair pricing urged as Thailand energy crisis deepens
THURSDAY, APRIL 02, 2026
Speakers warn Thailand’s energy crisis is spreading from fuel to farms, retail, SMEs and tourism, while urging stock checks, fair pricing and targeted support.