Economy

The TCC urges the government to pivot from short-term relief to long-term green investment, warning that the funds must be used to modernise the economy

A high-level source from the Finance Ministry confirms that the 30 billion baht savings bond issuance will help address the budget deficit and support critical welfare programs amidst rising energy prices.

Thailand’s headline inflation hits a 38-month high as soaring energy costs and extreme heat force food vendors to pass on rising expenses to consumers

Digital Economy Minister Chaichanok Chidchob says Thailand is seeking ways to reduce e-commerce platform selling fees, arguing a 10-15% GP rate would be more reasonable.

Deputy PM Ekniti Nitithanprapas reveals how 'direct honesty' regarding Thailand's 10-year investment peak convinced Moody’s to upgrade its economic outlook

The UN observance on May 21 promotes sustainable tea production and fairer trade while underlining tea’s place in culture and daily life.

SCGC says a 55,000-tonne naphtha shipment has arrived safely, while a second vessel remains under assessment near Hormuz.

BOT says Thailand is not in stagflation, with the 400-billion-baht loan decree expected to lift 2026 GDP growth to 2.1%.

Commerce Ministry data show April headline inflation rose 2.89%, with officials expecting May to reach 3.06% as fuel costs feed through.

Moody’s says Thailand is among five large emerging markets best able to withstand global shocks, helped by early reforms and strong buffers.

Surging urea prices driven by Hormuz Strait disruptions are squeezing rice farmers across Asia, threatening to cut yields and deepen food insecurity across the region

Total education spending for the 2026 term is forecast to reach 66 billion baht, as inflation, a subsidy shortfall and rising household debt compound pressure on Thai families

The Trade Policy and Strategy Office says domestic fuel prices, public transport fares and some food items pushed the consumer price index higher in April.