Banking & Finance

GULF Energy CEO holds firm as Thailand's Stock Market Champion despite wealth drop; rival tycoons also see net worth shrink

BOT, SEC, and SET align to combat 'grey capital,' tighten gold transaction controls, and prepare forex rules to manage baht strength amid surge in cybercrime

Bank of Thailand (BOT) has extended the 8% minimum credit card payment measure until December 31, 2026, to help vulnerable debtors, allowing those struggling to pay to restructure their debt into a long-term loan.

Thailand is set to host the 2026 IMF-WBG Annual Meetings in Bangkok, showcasing its economic strengths and boosting global investment opportunities. The event will generate significant income and promote Thailand’s MICE capabilities, with over 15,000 attendees expected.

Vitai Ratanakorn shifts central bank's focus to structural issues; launches 'Social AMC' to help 2 million citizens clear household debt

Central bank to distribute notes via GSB and commercial ATMs; extends damaged currency exchange window in Songkhla area

The baht appreciated 1% last week due to a weaker US dollar and rising gold prices. The BOT is launching new measures to curb volatility and ease pressure on the currency.

Central bank framework enables swift debt relief and emergency lending as financial institutions mobilise comprehensive support for affected households and businesses

The Bank of Thailand (BOT) is stepping up its crackdown on grey capital and illicit funds, citing the lack of visibility over these flows as a factor behind recent baht appreciation. New rules will require financial institutions to report certain “unusual transactions” directly to the central bank, in addition to AMLO reporting, allowing regulators to track money trails more effectively.

Central bank governor unveils measures to combat 'Grey Capital,' address household debt and structural weaknesses to unlock 100 billion baht in SME loans by 2026

BOT raises SME credit risk concerns as commercial bank profits fall 6.9% and lending shrinks for fifth consecutive quarter due to weak consumer demand

Finance Ministry to complete its revised medium-term fiscal plan in November, targeting a deficit below 3% of GDP and boosting revenue efficiency to 18%.

The Bank of Thailand approves new guidelines allowing non-banks to invest in asset management joint ventures to manage bad debt and support economic recovery.