Thailand Starts Testing Crypto-to-Cash Tourism Payment System
Thailand began testing a pioneering digital payment system Monday that allows foreign tourists to convert cryptocurrency into Thai baht for everyday purchases
Thailand Raises 2025 GDP Growth Forecast to 2% Despite Economic Slowdown
Thailand's economic planning agency revised its 2025 GDP growth forecast upward to 2% on Monday, despite the economy showing signs of deceleration in the second quarter.
Seven Thai Industries Fight to Avoid 40% US Tariff Under Rules of Origin
Thailand secured a 19% reciprocal tariff rate with the US but faces strict Rules of Origin requirements to prevent Chinese goods from being re-exported through Thailand
CP Foods Profit Soars 134% in First Half 2025 Driven by International Growth
Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CP Foods) delivered exceptional financial results for the first half of 2025, with net profit soaring 134% year-on-year to THB 18,926 million
Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair Set to Generate $100M in Trade Value
Thailand's Ministry of Commerce will host the 72nd Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair from September 9-13, 2025, at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, with organizers expecting to attract 40,000+
Thai Central Bank Cuts Rates to Support Slowing Economic Momentum
Thailand's central bank cut its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points to 1.50% on Wednesday in a unanimous decision aimed at channeling more liquidity into the economy as growth momentum
Thai Leather Association Backs Water Monitor Farming to Boost Exports
The Thai Tanning Industry Association has endorsed the government's approval of water monitor farming after luxury brands expressed interest in exotic leather for handbags and shoes
Trump Plans 100% Tariff on Computer Chips, Unless Companies Build in US
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he will impose a 100% tariff on computer chips, raising the specter of higher prices for electronics, autos, household appliances and other essential products dependent on the processors powering the digital age.
Thai Airways Soars 134% on Stock Market Return, Plans 80 New Planes
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) officially resumed trading on the Stock Exchange of Thailand on Monday, August 4, following its successful business rehabilitation. The stock surged 134.4% on its first trading day
Tesla Awards CEO Musk Millions of Shares Valued at About $29 billion
Tesla is awarding CEO Elon Musk 96 million shares of restricted stock valued at approximately $29 billion, just six months after a judge ordered the company to revoke his massive pay package.
