Bangkok: Dr. Kobsak Pootrakool, President of the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (FETCO), is closely monitoring the tariff rates imposed by China and India, following Thailand’s imposition of a 36% tariff, which is notably higher than Vietnam’s 16%. There is growing concern that this disparity may lead foreign investors
Bangkok: The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) pointed out that the 36% tax rate is higher than Malaysia and Vietnam, reflecting that Thailand is at a competitive disadvantage. It estimates the damage to the value of Thai exports at 800-900 billion …
Bangkok: The Comptroller General’s Department is taking swift action to expedite the procurement and hiring process as part of an economic recovery plan, with a substantial budget of 157 billion baht allocated for this purpose. Government agencies hav…
Bangkok: Thai stocks experienced volatility after the announcement that the United States would maintain a 36% retaliatory tariff on Thai goods, effective August 1. Analysts suggest that this move by the US may be a strategy to pressure Thailand into offering additional trade benefits. They recommend that Thailand establish a
Bangkok: Thai stocks closed this morning down 4.53 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand concluded the morning session at 1,118.47 points, marking a decrease of 4.53 points (-0.40%), with a trading value of approximately 15,258 million baht.
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Washington: US President Donald Trump has announced a significant 36% tax on imports from Thailand, effective August 1, 2025. The announcement was made through a letter posted on Truth Social, where Trump confirmed the imposition of the tariff while l…
Bangkok: Krungsri Securities reports that the United States has sent a letter to maintain a 36% trade tariff on Thailand, among other countries, in an effort to expedite a deal before August 1, 2025. This move highlights the significance the US places on finalizing trade agreements with these nations. According
Bangkok: Electricity Generating Public Company Limited (EGCO Group) has won the Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards (AREA) 2025 for the fourth consecutive time in two significant categories: Green Leadership and Investment in People. The recognition hi…