Moody’s upgrades Thailand outlook to stable; Ekniti backs targeted fiscal support
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 2026
Moody’s shifts Thailand’s outlook to stable at Baa1, citing policy clarity and stronger risk balance as the government presses on with targeted fiscal measures.
Finance Minister Eyes 100bn Baht Budget Transfer to Fortify Economy
SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2026
Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas moves to claw back idle procurement funds for a 100-billion-baht stimulus package to counter global economic shocks
Thai Government Set to Revise Fiscal Framework as Energy Crisis and Slowing Growth Loom
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
Public Debt Management Office eyes medium-term review to maintain fiscal discipline, capping budget deficits at 3 per cent of GDP despite fuel fund strain
Govt. signals VAT hike to 8.5% in 2028 and full 10% in 2030, with higher fuel excise from 2027
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2025
Thailand plans a phased VAT increase to 8.5% in 2028 and 10% in 2030, alongside higher fuel excise in 2027, as part of a broader fiscal overhaul to curb the deficit
Cabinet approves 5-year fiscal framework with cap on quasi-fiscal policy and deficit limit of 3%
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2025
The Cabinet has endorsed the 2026-2030 medium-term fiscal framework, tightening controls on quasi-fiscal measures and setting a target to reduce the budget deficit to no more than 3% of GDP by 2029.