Tracking economy for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Economy · National NewsThailand's kratom industry offers farmers 145K THB annual income. Learn about export licenses, cultivation regulations, and U.S. market access for Thai growers.
Economy · National NewsThai SET index drops below 1,600 as foreign investors withdraw amid baht weakness and rising US yields. What this means for Thailand residents.
Tech · EconomyASEAN Digital Economy Framework arrives November 2026. Thailand tech firms face new AI compliance requirements, energy mandates, and trade rule changes by mid-2027.
Health · EconomyA Hua Hin couple's June 2026 suicide highlights Thailand's 2.2-4 trillion baht informal lending crisis. Learn warning signs, legal protections, and crisis hotlines.
Economy · PoliticsThailand's Land Bridge opens bidding 2026 (construction 2030), DEFA digital trade activates 2027, and aviation fuel surplus offer. What investors should watch.
Economy · TechJapan's Nikkei 225 plunged 3.84% on June 8, 2026, hitting Thai investors hard. Learn why Japanese tech stocks crashed, how fast they recovered, and what to watch next.
Immigration · EconomyDublin rents top €1,750 as Irish workers relocate to Thailand with new 5-year DTV visa. Cost comparison, community insights, and what it means for expats here.
Economy · National NewsThailand's 1.7% growth forecast for 2026 signals continued economic fragility. Discover what this means for jobs, investments, and daily costs for residents.
Economy · National NewsMalaysia's import ban on Thai shrimp floods domestic markets with cheaper prawns. What this means for residents, expats, and investors in Thailand.