Category: Business

SME Bank to Launch New Project Expanding Guarantees for Non-Bank Sector

Bangkok: The SME Bank is preparing to launch a new project aimed at expanding its guarantees for the non-bank sector to stimulate the economy towards the end of the year. During the first nine months of 2025, the bank guaranteed a total of 29.695 billion baht in loans. According to

Wittaya Meets with Private Sector to Strengthen Economic Cooperation

Bangkok: Mr. Vitai Ratanakorn, Governor of the Bank of Thailand (BOT), has taken steps to bridge the gap with the private sector by engaging in discussions aimed at bolstering the economy. According to Thai News Agency, the Bank of Thailand announced that today, Chairman Poj Aramwattananont, along with the Board

PEA Refutes Claims of Supplying Electricity to Border Districts

Sa kaeo: The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has confirmed that it has not been providing electricity to the Nong Ya Kaeo and Nong Chan districts, located at the Thai-Cambodian border area. The PEA’s statement comes in response to circulating social media reports suggesting that Cambodians in these areas are utilizing

AIS Launches New Service to Combat SMS Fraud

Bangkok: AIS is enhancing its cybersecurity efforts by launching the “1185 Snap and Share to Report Fraudulent SMS” service, making it easier for customers to report fraudsters. Advanced Info Service Public Company Limited (AIS) announced the launch of a new service, ‘1185 Snap and Share, Report Fraudulent SMS,’ which facilitates

Shops Flock to Register for “Half-Half Plus” on the First Day

Bangkok: Registration for the “Half-Half Plus” program began on the first day, with many merchants actively participating. However, registration was interrupted by several vendors, who were unable to update their apps and had to wait in line at the bank. According to Thai News Agency, the program’s launch witnessed high

Thai Stocks Rise as SET Gains Over 13 Points in Morning Session

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed the morning session up 13.21 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) closed this morning at 1,279.59 points, an increase of 13.21 points (+1.04%), with a trading value of approximately 19.72 billion baht. According to Thai News Agency, during the morning trading, the index experienced a

Order to Initiate Trial Run of M82 Elevated Road to Alleviate Traffic Congestion

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, has mandated the initiation of a trial run for the elevated M82 Bang Khun Thian-Ekkachai section on October 22 as part of efforts to ease traffic congestion. During a recent site inspection, Mr. Pipat urged the contractor to expedite