Economy

Thai shippers forecast 2026 export growth of 2-4% as a strong baht near 31 to the dollar, a high base and softer orders weigh, led by weaker rice and rubber.

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

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.

Ekniti Nitithanprapas urges state firms to speed up imports and weigh foreign-debt repayment as the baht nears a four-year high.

Closure of Thai–Cambodian border posts is hitting six Isaan provinces hard, with trade losses estimated at 50–80 billion baht and major labour issues looming

Thai Chamber of Commerce calls for accelerated voting to tackle urgent economic laws, international trade talks, and geopolitical instability