Economy

Thailand’s OAE expects firmer 2026 prices for chicken, palm, cassava and durian, but warns rice oversupply and softer rubber demand could weigh on farmers.

Trump’s US tariffs are forcing ASEAN footwear makers to rethink investment, with projects scrapped in Indonesia and factories in Vietnam accelerating automation.

Thailand welcomed 31.76m foreign visitors from January 1–December 21, 2025, down 7.25%, generating about 1.48tn baht, the ministry says.

As the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce unveils its 2026 forecast, a stark divide emerges between a thriving digital economy and a fading analog past

As same-store sales plummet by 18 per cent, restaurateurs abandon permanent hiring in favour of part-time student labour to survive a low-growth 2026

Assistant Commerce Minister Kirida Paopichit confirms Minister Supajee Suthempun will join World Economic Forum to champion green trade and digital growth

The Thai Chamber of Commerce has presented its White Paper 2025 to the government, outlining 5 core pillars to reboot Thailand's economy, attract investment, and boost competitiveness.

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.

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.

The Thai baht has strengthened 2.2% against regional currencies, with the Bank of Thailand ramping up checks on dollar transactions, especially in the gold trading sector.

The Khon La Khreung Plus Phase 2 scheme cannot proceed due to legal constraints under the caretaker government. A new government must review and move forward with the project.

From January 1, 2026, the government will impose VAT and customs duties on all imported goods valued from 1 baht upwards, ensuring fair competition for Thai small businesses without adding extra burdens for online shoppers.

ThaiBMA warns of rising risk in high-yield bonds as Q4 2025 redemptions reach 218.8bn baht, with more issuers seeking extensions amid a sluggish economy.