Economy

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.

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

The Thai baht gained in morning dealings, buoyed by a weaker greenback and shifting rate expectations, but upside momentum could be tempered by capital outflows and a pullback in gold prices.

Caretaker government status puts key 'Quick Big Win' economic package and national crises in jeopardy, FTI warns

Prime Minister Anutin opens the 19th OECD Asian Senior Budget Officials Meeting in Bangkok and confirms Thailand is pressing ahead with full OECD membership.

Economic Cabinet revises support measures for Thai firms facing cancelled contracts, supply chain collapse, and anti-Thai boycotts from Cambodia

Kasikorn Research warns of contagion risk as overdue loans hit 3%; Real Estate, Hospitality, and Manufacturing flagged for high default risk amid economic slowdown

Border trade paralysis and the flight of 780,000 workers trigger economic shockwaves across Southeast Asia, indefinitely stalling a multi-trillion baht gas project

Commerce Ministry projects Thai exports in 2026 could range from 1.1% growth to a 3.1% contraction, with US trade barriers and strong baht key risks