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57% plunge — Iran war hammers Thai exports to Middle East
SATURDAY, MAY 09, 2026
Thailand’s exports to the Middle East slumped 57% as the Iran conflict disrupted shipping routes, forcing Bangkok to seek alternative markets
Toyota sees profit falling more than 20% as Iran war and US tariffs bite
SATURDAY, MAY 09, 2026
Toyota expects profit to fall sharply this financial year as the Iran war drives up costs and US tariffs add fresh pressure, even as hybrid demand stays strong.
AOT unveils airport expansion drive after PSC fee hike
SATURDAY, MAY 09, 2026
AOT plans 80-billion-baht airport expansion projects after raising international PSC fees to strengthen long-term investment capacity
AssetWise Hits THB 2.1bn Revenue in Q1 as Phuket Market Surges
FRIDAY, MAY 08, 2026
Property developer ASW posts 41% gross profit margin and prepares to transfer four major projects worth THB 13.3bn, driven by robust luxury demand
CKPower Green Debenture Issue Oversubscribed Twofold
FRIDAY, MAY 08, 2026
Renewable energy producer CKPower secures THB 5 billion in green funding to accelerate the Luang Prabang Hydroelectric project amidst market volatility
SET, BOI seek incentives to draw foreign firms to Thai capital market
FRIDAY, MAY 08, 2026
SET is working with BOI on incentives and more flexible listing rules to help future-industry firms raise funds through Thailand's capital market.
The Ekniti Effect: How ‘Direct Diplomacy’ Secured Thailand’s Credit Upgrade
FRIDAY, MAY 08, 2026
Deputy PM Ekniti Nitithanprapas reveals how 'direct honesty' regarding Thailand's 10-year investment peak convinced Moody’s to upgrade its economic outlook
International Tea Day turns focus to sustainable production and trade
FRIDAY, MAY 08, 2026
The UN observance on May 21 promotes sustainable tea production and fairer trade while underlining tea’s place in culture and daily life.
GULF posts 39% surge in Q1 profit on power, AIS growth
THURSDAY, MAY 07, 2026
GULF posted a 39% rise in Q1 2026 net profit to 9.1 billion baht, driven by stronger power business earnings and robust AIS growth
Commerce Ministry joins Team Thailand+ in US trade-investment push
THURSDAY, MAY 07, 2026
Meetings with US officials and business representatives focused on trade, investment, supply chains, the digital economy and future industries.