Tracking economy for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Environment · EconomyEl Niño threatens Thai crops, electricity, and air quality through 2027. Learn how drought, heat, and haze will affect food prices, water supply, and farmers—plus preparation strategies for residents.
Economy · National NewsMiddle East crisis closes shipping routes. Thai plastic prices surge 50-70%, factory closures up 58%. Food packaging, daily goods costs rising now.
Economy · PoliticsIllicit trade drains Thailand's economy and funds criminals. Learn how new ASEAN enforcement measures launching in 2026 will affect you and your family.
Economy · National NewsThailand's GDP growth slows to 1.3%, energy costs spike above ฿40/liter. 80% of SMEs face 6-month cash crunch. How inflation and border conflicts affect residents.
Economy · National NewsThailand launches five-pillar economic strategy with up to 58% discounts on essentials, farmer price guarantees, and billions in SME loans starting May 2025.
Economy · National NewsThailand's new 60/40 co-payment program starts June 2026. Three tiers: welfare (฿2K), workers (pay ฿40 get ฿100), informal (฿2K). Register May 2026. Full details here.
Economy · National NewsThailand's rice export prices drop to $390-$395/tonne as India's weak rupee keeps its rice $45 cheaper. What this price war means for Thai exporters in 2026.
Politics · EconomyThailand's National Security Council votes to terminate MoU 44 maritime pact with Cambodia after 25 years. What it means for energy, trade, and border safety.
Economy · National NewsThailand cuts diesel by ฿1.20/liter. Learn how fuel costs impact expats, transport, daily living expenses, inflation, and upcoming price changes.