Thailand's liberal gold regime at risk
Investment in gold has long been regarded as a hedge against economic uncertainty, particularly during periods of heightened volatility. Yet gold is increasingly being used as a means of converting grey money into legitimate money, raising concerns about its broader impact on the country's economy and society.
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PM distances govt from Vorapak saga
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has distanced his government from allegations linking former deputy finance minister Vorapak Tanyawong to Southeast Asian scam networks, saying Mr Vorapak must clear his name himself.
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Fed rate hike puts spotlight on 2027 view
The Federal Reserve's interest rate hike has shifted market attention to the 2027 outlook, with persistently high borrowing costs and US bond yields pressuring Thai stocks, though a less hawkish longer-term assessment could ease concerns for emerging markets, note analysts.
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PM issues deadline for exam inquiry
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered the Interior Ministry to conclude its investigation into alleged cheating in local government recruitment examinations by Sept 30.
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Govt targets citizenship loopholes
The government has ordered a review of Thai nationality application procedures and citizenship granted over the past year as it prepares amendments to the 1965 Nationality Act aimed at closing legal loopholes.
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Household debt-to-GDP ratio forecast to decline
The Thai household debt-to-GDP ratio is expected to decline to 84% by the end of this year, regardless of GDP growth, according to a study by the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).
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