Tracking economy for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Economy · National NewsCentral bank unveils credit guarantees and debt restructuring for SMEs and households. Learn eligibility, rates, and immediate action steps for residents.
Economy · National NewsFed's latest report warns oil shock and geopolitical risks threaten global stability. How rising fuel costs and potential rate hikes impact Thailand residents.
Economy · National NewsKasetsart's pilot salmon farm uses waste LNG cooling to cut Thailand's ฿7-8B import bill. First local salmon could hit markets by 2028—cheaper prices ahead?
Economy · TourismThailand raises international airport departure fees to 1,120 baht starting June 2026. Learn what this 53% increase means for your travel budget and trips.
Tech · EconomyUS probes Bangkok's OBON Corp for $2.5B Nvidia chip smuggling to China via Thailand. Investigation threatens national AI program and tech sector access to advanced hardware.
Digital Lifestyle · EconomyLetana Hotel combines coworking, 24-hour dining, and free markets near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Ideal for remote workers, shift staff, and airport crews.
Politics · EconomyThailand's May 14 vote on ฿400B emergency loan pushes debt to 69% of GDP ceiling. How household relief timing, energy costs, and fiscal risk affect residents.
Economy · PoliticsUS-Iran conflict drives oil prices past $100/barrel, affecting Thailand's fuel costs. Trump-Xi summit May 14-15 could reopen Strait of Hormuz. What residents need to know.
Economy · National NewsMiddle East conflict pushes Thailand's inflation to 38-month high as oil prices surge 61%. Government approves $12.2B aid package amid GDP forecast cuts and tourism decline.