Economy

Economy churns buoyant taxes but concern over low-spending short-haul tourists from Malaysia

Economy churns buoyant taxes but concern over low-spending short-haul tourists from Malaysia

July 28, 2023

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Figures for June arrivals show 79% of all foreign tourists to Thailand came from the Asia or Pacific region with 373,922 entering the kingdom, mostly… Read More ›

Bank of Thailand to tackle household debt in new plan from 2024 which will see higher standards

Bank of Thailand to tackle household debt in new plan from 2024 which will see higher standards

July 23, 2023

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Hundreds of thousands of middle-class Thais are trapped in debt cycles that act as a continuous tax on their income at a high level, often… Read More ›

Senators to the fore as tide favours a conservative fix to install a more mature next government 

Senators to the fore as tide favours a conservative fix to install a more mature next government 

July 17, 2023

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Fears that the petition accepted by the Constitutional Court last Wednesday relating to Article 112 of the Criminal Code and Section 49 of the 2017… Read More ›

Fitch retains Thailand’s BBB+ rating as country’s external finances remain impressively robust and strong

Fitch retains Thailand’s BBB+ rating as country’s external finances remain impressively robust and strong

July 15, 2023

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Crippling level of debt throughout the world economy has left 3.3 billion people living in countries where borrowing costs exceed spending on education and health.… Read More ›

Vietnam is the major winner as Thailand returns to its political wars driving capital outflows

Vietnam is the major winner as Thailand returns to its political wars driving capital outflows

July 15, 2023

Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

Business leaders are calling on elected politicians and all in parliament to act in the country’s best interests as economic damage is already being inflicted… Read More ›

Prayut bows out, nods to a new era dawning. Outgoing PM emphasised stability of his tenure in office

Prayut bows out, nods to a new era dawning. Outgoing PM emphasised stability of his tenure in office

July 11, 2023

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General Prayut highlighted his government’s record of stable management of the country and financial prudence while always paying attention to the need to protect the… Read More ›

Politicians skating on thin ice as the economy may not be able to withstand a political stalemate

Politicians skating on thin ice as the economy may not be able to withstand a political stalemate

July 7, 2023

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A vote that delivers a new government led by Move Forward Party leader Pita Limjaroenrat would lift investor sentiment immediately next Thursday but all the… Read More ›

Pheu Thai may face a terrible dilemma as outgoing government parties still aim for power in PM vote

Pheu Thai may face a terrible dilemma as outgoing government parties still aim for power in PM vote

July 6, 2023

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One discounted option that may emerge as the political stakes grow and the danger of instability becomes apparent is the inclusion of the Bhumjaithai Party… Read More ›

Debt crisis may be one of the top items on the new cabinet’s agenda as central bank stands ready

Debt crisis may be one of the top items on the new cabinet’s agenda as central bank stands ready

July 5, 2023

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With runaway, quarter-by-a-quarter rises in unsecured personal debt running at over 10%, a threatened spike in non-performing loans, a household debt of at least ฿16… Read More ›

Potential hazard lights flashing as kingdom’s auto loans spiral into default with sky-high borrowing

Potential hazard lights flashing as kingdom’s auto loans spiral into default with sky-high borrowing

July 2, 2023

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Concern is growing that Thai borrowers may not be able to carry the heavy load of household debt in the aftermath of an end to… Read More ›

NIDA poll shows that political conflict is still on the horizon as US envoy denies interference in election

NIDA poll shows that political conflict is still on the horizon as US envoy denies interference in election

July 2, 2023

Culture, Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

The United States has become a target for conservatives who were roundly defeated in the May 14th General Election and who are expected to quickly… Read More ›

PM’s soothing words for frayed nerves as he says he will continue his role up to the next cabinet

PM’s soothing words for frayed nerves as he says he will continue his role up to the next cabinet

June 30, 2023

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Key hurdle to forming the next government is the ability of eight party coalition and its supporters in parliament to find 376 seats in a… Read More ›

Baht falls to 7-month low as unease grows over chances of Pita Limjaroenrat being elected as PM

Baht falls to 7-month low as unease grows over chances of Pita Limjaroenrat being elected as PM

June 28, 2023

Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

Financial markets begin to strike a sour note as political squabbling threatens the prospect of a smooth transition to a new government next month with… Read More ›

China censors top journalist who raised disturbing questions about the country’s failing economy

China censors top journalist who raised disturbing questions about the country’s failing economy

June 27, 2023

Economy, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

The censorship of a highly regarded business journalist and economic analyst comes just months after leading American banks in Beijing were ordered to censor financial… Read More ›

New PM in July a turning point for the Thai economy in 2023 which could still see 4% GDP growth recorded

New PM in July a turning point for the Thai economy in 2023 which could still see 4% GDP growth recorded

June 21, 2023

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The prospects of a speedier formation of a new government with parliament now convening on July 3rd holds out hope to the business sector that… Read More ›

Pita’s election as PM and political certainty would be a green light for new jobs and investment

Pita’s election as PM and political certainty would be a green light for new jobs and investment

June 17, 2023

Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

Business tycoon turned politician, Srettha Thavisin, briefed investors in Bangkok about the current political situation as capital and investment flow out of the kingdom due… Read More ›

Dangerous political flux in the aftermath of the General Election is growing and poses a threat

Dangerous political flux in the aftermath of the General Election is growing and poses a threat

June 8, 2023

Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

Weeks after the May 14th election a decisive result has been thrown into question with ‘roadblocks’ being erected in front of Mr Pita Limjaroenrat’s road… Read More ›

Democrat Party top leader warns of voices of hate toppling the ‘spirit of democracy’ in Thailand

Democrat Party top leader warns of voices of hate toppling the ‘spirit of democracy’ in Thailand

June 4, 2023

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The warning comes days after the outgoing Democrat Party leader Mr Jurin Laksanawisit scotched any suggestion that secret talks concerning an alternative coalition government between… Read More ›

Pita shares cast a pall over historic May 14th Election, fears that the results may be nullified by a court

Pita shares cast a pall over historic May 14th Election, fears that the results may be nullified by a court

June 3, 2023

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This week, there appeared to be little traction in the public’s mind or acceptance that the results of the General Election outcome, acclaimed, more and… Read More ›

Rejected ฿10k digital wallet plan ditched by Pheu Thai with moves towards a social welfare state

Rejected ฿10k digital wallet plan ditched by Pheu Thai with moves towards a social welfare state

June 1, 2023

Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

Earlier proposals by the Pheu Thai Party for a ฿600 minimum wage by 2027 and a guaranteed salary of ฿25,000 for graduates at the same… Read More ›