Why Thailand's Stock Market Profits Look Good on Paper But Hide a Struggling Economy
Thai stocks: Net profit jumped 20% to ฿1.1T but sales fell 7%. Record ฿651B dividends may not last. What expats & investors need to know for 2026.
Tracking economy for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Thai stocks: Net profit jumped 20% to ฿1.1T but sales fell 7%. Record ฿651B dividends may not last. What expats & investors need to know for 2026.
Middle East conflict drives China's 4th fuel hike in 2026. Thailand faces higher pump prices, transport costs, and inflation as regional energy pressures build.
20 Thai sailors return home after Iranian missile strike on cargo ship in Hormuz Strait. Three crew members remain missing. What residents need to know.
Egg prices in Thailand increase to ฿3.40 per egg. Learn how farm costs, import taxes, and heat affect your grocery budget and street food prices.
Pantip Mall launches beta in April, full launch June 2026. Government-backed platform gives Thai merchants control over data and fees, reshaping online shopping.
Gas stations' 500-baht fuel limits force ambulances to refuel after 2-3 calls, delaying emergency response in rural Chiang Mai. What residents need to know.
Thailand's EV insurance costs 20-25% more than petrol cars due to high accident rates and repair bills. What 2026 buyers must know about rising premiums.
Thai farm-gate egg prices hit ฿3.40 in March. Learn how seasonal heat, import costs, and supply shifts affect your household budget and restaurant dining.
Thai developers slash new launches amid 220,000 unsold units in Bangkok. Discover how this oversupply creates unprecedented negotiating power for buyers and renters.