Tracking economy for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Economy · TourismMalaysia Airlines transforms KLIA into a third major hub. Save 1,500-2,000 baht on flights to China and Japan. Faster layovers, Singapore Airlines integration, and new routes launching 2026.
Economy · National NewsGrowing risk of Red Sea disruption threatens Thailand's oil supply. What dual-chokepoint closure could mean for fuel costs and daily life in Bangkok.
Tourism · EconomySouth Korea's 10-year visas for Chinese travelers threaten Thailand's tourism edge. Rising Middle East conflict airfares reshape 2026 competition.
Politics · EconomyTo Lam consolidates Vietnam's leadership with faster FDI approvals and tech push. Thailand faces intensified competition for manufacturing investment and talent.
Economy · Politics52% of ASEAN leaders now prefer China over US, driven by tariff concerns and unpredictable trade policy. Thailand faces major economic realignment ahead.
Tech · EconomyThailand's Banking 5.0 faces AI-powered fraud epidemic. How banks, regulators, and criminals wage a technology arms race as virtual banks prepare to launch in 2026.
Economy · National NewsThailand's 12-month deflation ends as inflation surges to 3.67% in Q2 2026. Electricity bills up 18%, food costs rise, fuel subsidies end. What expats need to know.
Economy · National NewsThailand may implement nightly gas station closures (10 PM–5 AM) due to fuel shortages. Learn how this affects your commute, costs, and daily life in Thailand.
Tourism · EconomyTTM+ 2026 brings 800 international buyers to Pattaya June 10-12. How Thailand's luxury healing strategy affects jobs and provincial development.