Category: Business

Thailand’s Economic Cabinet Approves 20,000 Baht Tax Deduction to Boost Tourism

Bangkok: The Economic Cabinet has approved a nationwide tourism stimulus package, offering a 20,000 baht tax deduction, in a bid to revitalize Thailand’s economy. The initiative aims to boost GDP by 0.4 percent by providing different tax deduction rates for travel to major and secondary cities. According to Thai News

Phiphat Urges Transport Operators to Join “Half-Half Plus” Initiative

Bangkok: “Phiphat” invites public transport operators nationwide to join “Half-Half Plus”. Registration for Thung Ngern shops is open from October 15 to December 19, 2025. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, revealed that the government, through the Ministry of Finance, has launched the “Half-Half Plus” project

Treasury Backs EGAT’s 2 Billion Baht SLB Bond Issuance

Bangkok: The Ministry of Finance has announced its support for the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) as it embarks on its inaugural issuance of Sustainability-Linked Bonds (SLB) valued at 2 billion baht, with an interest rate pegged at 1.40% per annum. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Chananporn Pisitwanich,

GC Set to Launch New Series of Subordinated Bonds with Equity-Like Features in Baht

Bangkok: PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC), the flagship chemical business of the PTT Group, has announced its preparations to issue and offer a new series of baht-denominated subordinated bonds featuring equity-like characteristics. These bonds are expected to be available to general investors through a public offering in late

NBTC Sets Year-End Deadline for Digital TV Roadmap Completion

Bangkok: The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has committed to finalizing the digital TV industry roadmap by the end of this year. This effort is part of the preparation for the expiration of digital terrestrial television licenses in 2029. A recent meeting was held to gather input from specific

Pig Prices Rise Amid Losses for Small-Scale Farmers

Bangkok: Pig prices at farms have risen by 2 baht/kg, yet farmers are still facing losses. According to Thai News Agency, the Swine Raisers Association reported a 2 baht/kg increase in farm-gate prices nationwide for live pigs. This follows the Kathin robe offering ceremony and the tourist season, both of

Microchip Expands Investment in Thailand, Surpassing 38 Billion Baht

Bangkok: Microchip, the US chip giant, is expanding its investment in Thailand, with a cumulative investment since its inception exceeding 38 billion baht. This expansion aims to elevate the company to a major base for advanced chip assembly and testing, reinforcing confidence in the potential and ecosystem of the Thai