Economy

Bank of Thailand governor Vitai Ratanakorn says the 1% policy rate remains appropriate as plans advance for gold trading and buy now, pay later rules.

Soaring bilateral trade and $1.15bn in Russian investment face high costs as businesses call for direct settlements and a comprehensive free trade agreement

Google, Temasek and Bain forecast Thai digital economy GMV of US$72 billion in 2026, up 19%, with e-commerce contributing US$43 billion.

Thailand approves tax cuts for B20 and E20 fuels as Singapore prepares to store Saudi crude, with operations expected to start in the second half of 2027.

From October 29, 2026, Thailand cuts B7 diesel by 1 baht to 42.54 baht a litre and E10-91 and E10-95 gasohol by 50 satang under revised fuel-pricing rules.

Tight global supply is expected to support fourth-quarter rubber prices, while Thailand plans closer shipment tracking for fiscal 2027.

Rising global demand and supply chain strengths bolster Thailand’s push to become the world’s leading exporter of premium pet nutrition

A Commerce Ministry scheme covering about 1.2 million eligible traders is expected to save businesses around THB1.93 billion in platform fees.

Thailand’s economy is forecast to grow 2.4% in 2026 and 2.1% in 2027, while oil prices and El Niño threaten to raise inflation.

Thailand’s planning agency flags pressure on the current account as energy economist Praipol Koomsup calls for excise tax cuts across fuel grades.

At a forum coinciding with the IMF–World Bank meetings, Thailand's deputy PM and global business leaders said funding, AI and skills must advance together

Three state banks will offer seven-year loans at 2.5% interest, with subsidies cutting household borrowing to THB90,000 and no upfront payment required.

Thai agricultural and agro-industrial exports fell 1.9% in the first nine months even as electronics pushed September exports to a record US$38.44bn.