Economy

Nvidia to be Thailand’s great investment coups yet as it plans to announce investment in December

Nvidia to be Thailand’s great investment coups yet as it plans to announce investment in December

October 25, 2024

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

Nvidia set to make a major investment in Thailand, with CEO Jensen Huang expected to confirm plans this December. Thailand’s drive to become an AI… Read More ›

Political instability, legal warfare and Trump undermining economic recovery efforts by government and confidence

Political instability, legal warfare and Trump undermining economic recovery efforts by government and confidence

October 24, 2024

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

Political instability and legal battles are eroding investor confidence in Thailand, leading to significant capital outflows. The Stock Exchange has dropped after a brief rally,… Read More ›

Money bets seem to be suggesting a Trump victory as top magazine hails him as a ‘political genius’

Money bets seem to be suggesting a Trump victory as top magazine hails him as a ‘political genius’

October 24, 2024

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Investors betting on Trump’s 2024 win fuel a US dollar surge, with the currency up over 4% since late September. Strong US economic data and… Read More ›

Pressure mounts again on PM Paetongtarn as the Constitutional Court seeks AG’s input on complaint

Pressure mounts again on PM Paetongtarn as the Constitutional Court seeks AG’s input on complaint

October 23, 2024

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PM Paetongtarn faces intense scrutiny as the Constitutional Court seeks the Attorney General’s explanation on why a massive complaint, pushing for her removal, was not… Read More ›

China’s move towards stimulus and spending its way out of its economic doldrums is an open question

China’s move towards stimulus and spending its way out of its economic doldrums is an open question

October 22, 2024

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Xi Jinping’s U-turn on fiscal measures aims to prop up the struggling property sector and local governments. But doubts linger over whether this will be… Read More ›

Paetongtarn’s government set to tackle the evil of chronic debt in Thailand as the tide still rises

Paetongtarn’s government set to tackle the evil of chronic debt in Thailand as the tide still rises

October 21, 2024

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

DEBT CRISIS: Heartbreak in Thailand. A young husband mourns his wife’s tragic suicide, highlighting the nation’s crippling household debt. As PM Paetongtarn pledges action, informal… Read More ›

Acute political instability ahead as Pheu Thai faces a dangerous test of survival as storm grows in force

Acute political instability ahead as Pheu Thai faces a dangerous test of survival as storm grows in force

October 19, 2024

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Pheu Thai Party and indeed the government are in turmoil as the Election Commission launches an investigation into its alleged links to Thaksin Shinawatra. Amid… Read More ›

PM Paetongtarn channels that old Shinawatra grassroots magic to push the sluggish Thai economy forward

PM Paetongtarn channels that old Shinawatra grassroots magic to push the sluggish Thai economy forward

October 17, 2024

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

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra revives grassroots support to boost Thailand’s sluggish economy. The new initiative focuses on helping small businesses through reduced costs and increased… Read More ›

Muted inflation and a stronger baht key drivers of Wednesday’s shock interest rate cut by the Bank of Thailand

Muted inflation and a stronger baht key drivers of Wednesday’s shock interest rate cut by the Bank of Thailand

October 16, 2024

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Bank of Thailand cuts interest rates by 25 basis points in a surprise move. Stronger baht and muted inflation are thought to be key factors… Read More ›

Thailand is studying a Negative Income Tax (NIT) scheme to involve all adults in the country’s ageing economy

Thailand is studying a Negative Income Tax (NIT) scheme to involve all adults in the country’s ageing economy

October 15, 2024

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

Thailand’s government is urgently studying a negative income tax (NIT) plan to include all adults in the economy, addressing an ageing society and a widespread… Read More ›

Labour Minister Phiphat wants to offer ฿3k per child for 7 years to boost the country’s declining workforce

Labour Minister Phiphat wants to offer ฿3k per child for 7 years to boost the country’s declining workforce

October 14, 2024

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

Thailand’s Labour Minister proposes ฿3,000 per month per child for seven years to boost the workforce and counter demographic decline. With falling birth rates and… Read More ›

Anxiety in tourism sector after a difficult third quarter. However, hopes still high for a good year

Anxiety in tourism sector after a difficult third quarter. However, hopes still high for a good year

October 13, 2024

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Thailand’s tourism sector was hit by declines in Q3 due to a weak economy, flooding, and global tensions. Hopes remain for a recovery in Q4,… Read More ›

Trump reaches out to US expats in Thailand to help win the election. No double taxation pledge

Trump reaches out to US expats in Thailand to help win the election. No double taxation pledge

October 11, 2024

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

Trump promises to end double taxation for expats in Thailand, aiming to win their support in the election. With 100,000 Americans living there, his pledge… Read More ›

Chinese EV industry in Thailand faces a crisis. It is demanding an urgent hearing from the government on its promotions

Chinese EV industry in Thailand faces a crisis. It is demanding an urgent hearing from the government on its promotions

October 9, 2024

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Chinese-owned EV manufacturers in Thailand face a crisis with a surplus of unsold cars. They demand urgent government intervention. Failure to meet production quotas could… Read More ›

Central secures Saudi wealth fund as 40% minority partner in luxury Selfridges department store chain

Central secures Saudi wealth fund as 40% minority partner in luxury Selfridges department store chain

October 9, 2024

Economy, Living, Media, Personal, PR News, Thai World, Thailand:

Central Group partners with the Saudi wealth fund which has secured a 40% stake in Selfridges. The luxury retailer operates 18 stores, including London’s iconic… Read More ›

Economy growing as Central Bank and Finance see eye to eye. However the threat of political instability is also

Economy growing as Central Bank and Finance see eye to eye. However the threat of political instability is also

October 8, 2024

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Central Bank and Finance Ministry seek a unified stance on rising inflation, projected at 1.49%. However, political instability looms as Deputy Prime Minister Pichai pushes… Read More ›

Thai firms call for urgent and robust action on cheap Chinese imports as manufacturing shrinks

Thai firms call for urgent and robust action on cheap Chinese imports as manufacturing shrinks

October 7, 2024

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Business leaders are alarmed at the government’s inaction on cheap Chinese imports, fearing a lack of commitment after a recent meeting between the Commerce Minister… Read More ›

Thai Airways to refloat on Stock Exchange in June 2025 with a renewed mission as national carrier

Thai Airways to refloat on Stock Exchange in June 2025 with a renewed mission as national carrier

October 5, 2024

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Thai Airways plans to relist on the Stock Exchange of Thailand in June 2025, following its exit from rehabilitation. CEO Chai Eamsiri outlines ambitious expansion,… Read More ›

European Union votes to impose steep tariffs on imported Chinese cars. Germany stands to lose out

European Union votes to impose steep tariffs on imported Chinese cars. Germany stands to lose out

October 5, 2024

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

EU’s new tariffs on Chinese EVs threaten Germany’s trade ties with China. Germany’s Chancellor Olaf Scholz faces mounting pressure as his country, a major exporter,… Read More ›

Transport Minister orders report on bribery allegations in the US relating to junkets and Massage Parlours

Transport Minister orders report on bribery allegations in the US relating to junkets and Massage Parlours

October 4, 2024

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

Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit has launched an inquiry after Deere admitted to bribery and corruption in Thailand, involving cash, lavish trips, and massages for officials.… Read More ›

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