Month: August 2025

Thai Household Debt Contracts for First Time Amid Economic Challenges

Bangkok: Thai household debt contracted by 0.1% in the first quarter of 2015, marking the first contraction in recent times. This shift reduced the household debt-to-GDP ratio to 87.4%. Despite this contraction, household credit quality remains an issue, particularly in the sectors of auto hire-purchase loans and credit cards, while

Thai Stocks Rise by 11.72 Points in Morning Session

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed the morning session up 11.72 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) closed this morning at 1,265.11 points, an increase of 11.72 points (+0.94%), with a trading value of approximately 21.911 billion baht. According to Thai News Agency, in morning trading, the index rose and moved

Thailand Pushes Forward with Land Bridge Project Bidding Process

Bangkok: Monporn inaugurated a seminar to discuss the “Land Bridge Project,” directing the Office of the National Economic and Social Development Board (ONEP) to initiate the bidding process to attract investors and propel the project into actionable phases to boost the national economy. The seminar aims to gather insights and

Thai Exports to Continue Strong Growth Following US Tariff Reduction

Bangkok: Exports in 2025 are projected to maintain robust growth as the United States reduces import tariffs to 19%. The Ministry of Commerce has reported ongoing expansion in Thai exports over the first seven months of 2025, with significant gains in both primary and secondary markets across various regions. This

Thai Women’s Volleyball Team Triumphs Over Sweden to Secure Spot in Round of 16

Bangkok: The Thai women’s volleyball team secured a decisive victory against Sweden, winning 3-0 and advancing to the round of 16 in the 2025 Women’s Volleyball World Championship. According to Thai News Agency, the championship, taking place in Thailand across Chiang Mai, Nakhon Ratchasima, Phuket, and Bangkok, saw the Thai

ThaiBev Sponsors Women’s Volleyball Match Celebrating Thai-Chinese Diplomatic Anniversary

Bangkok: Thai Beverage Public Company Limited sponsored a special women’s volleyball match between the People’s Republic of China and the Thai national team to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Thailand and China. Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi, Chief Executive Officer of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited,