Tracking economy for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Economy · ImmigrationNew Thai enforcement targets foreign-controlled companies using nominee schemes. Criminal penalties up to 3 years prison. Legal alternatives explained for investors.
Economy · EnvironmentLearn how Thailand's new car trade-in scheme saves residents up to 150,000 baht on EV purchases. Tax credits, low loan rates, and eligibility details inside.
Economy · TourismThai Japanese restaurant market bouncing back with lower prices, new specialties, and expansion into Eastern Thailand. What residents should know.
Economy · National NewsThailand keeps interest rates at 1% after February cut, balancing inflation surge from Mideast conflict with slowing growth. What it means for residents.
Economy · National NewsMay 2026 negotiations will determine if Thailand's Don Mueang-Suvarnabhumi-U-Tapao rail opens in 2031 or gets delayed to 2034—critical for EEC residents and businesses.
Economy · National NewsThai baht weakens to 3-week low amid oil shocks and rising inflation. Learn how currency decline impacts expats, retirees, and your cost of living in Thailand.
National News · EconomyThai Army recruiting 800 volunteers for 2026: ฿8,000-9,000 net monthly pay, 4-year contracts, education benefits & fast promotion for graduates. Apply.
Tourism · EconomyThailand's travel boom shifts to short breaks. Rayong leads 44% growth as budget-conscious residents choose micro-trips over costly flights. Why it matters.
Economy · National NewsIran's Hormuz blockade drives oil to $120/barrel, raising Thailand fuel costs 8%. How the 2026 crisis impacts your bills and what's next for residents.