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Thailand and Laos discuss economic cooperation plan to boost trade to $11 billion by 2027
Thailand and Laos discuss economic cooperation plan to boost trade to $11 billion by 2027
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
Thailand and Laos aim to increase bilateral trade to $11 billion by 2027. Plans focus on logistics, agriculture, and cross-border trade, enhancing economic ties.Adapt or Perish: Why 'Transformational M&A' is the New Survival Strategy for Business
Adapt or Perish: Why 'Transformational M&A' is the New Survival Strategy for Business
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
As geopolitical shifts and AI disruption end the era of steady growth, Deloitte research reveals that bold deal-making is doubling shareholder returnsExpectations rise for Window Dressing as funds adjust portfolios to new index criteria
Expectations rise for Window Dressing as funds adjust portfolios to new index criteria
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
Analysts forecast a high chance of Window Dressing in the final stretch of the year as funds adjust their portfolios to align with the new SET50/SET100 and ESG criteriaSilver tops US$66 for first time; gold up 1% on soft US labour market
Silver tops US$66 for first time; gold up 1% on soft US labour market
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
Silver prices soared to a record high, surpassing US$66 per ounce, while gold gained momentum as hopes for US Federal Reserve rate cuts grew following weak labour market data on Wednesday (December 17).Thai Banks and BOT reserve THB164 billion for 2026 New Year holidays
Thai Banks and BOT reserve THB164 billion for 2026 New Year holidays
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2025
Thai banks and the BOT have reserved THB164.4 billion in cash to ensure seamless transactions across ATMs and branches nationwide during the five-day New Year holiday.MPC cuts policy rate by 25 basis points to 1.25%
MPC cuts policy rate by 25 basis points to 1.25%
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2025
The MPC reduces the policy interest rate by 25 basis points to 1.25%, citing an expected slowdown in the Thai economy. Projections for 2025-2027 show lower growth, with inflation remaining low.Thai Airways to hold AGM on December 19 after shareholder complaint
Thai Airways to hold AGM on December 19 after shareholder complaint
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2025
Thai Airways CEO Chai Eamsiri confirms the December 19 AGM is in line with company regulations, despite concerns raised over previous meetings during restructuring.10 Thai Steel Associations urge government to tighten regulations
10 Thai Steel Associations urge government to tighten regulations
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2025
10 Thai Steel Associations urge the government to enforce stricter regulations on steel factories, emphasizing the importance of public safety and updated standards before allowing production to resume