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Economy One source

Sadao Border Economic Zone Faces Economic Downturn

Businesses in the Sadao border area are closing as tourism numbers plummet and revenues drop by 90%.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Economy One source

International Sepaktakraw Federation to Rule on Thai Athletes During King's Cup

The International Sepaktakraw Federation (ISTAF) is set to conclude its investigation into five Thai national team players before the 39th King's Cup ends.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
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Economy One source

Startup 'Hlun Solo' Reports Strong Initial Earnings

A newly established Thai company, Hlun Solo Co., Ltd., has reported a net profit of over 665,000 baht in its first financial filing.

Prachachat Business ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Economy One source

Niran Fuwattanukul Appointed New President of Thai Digital Asset Operators Trade Association

The Thai Digital Asset Operators Trade Association has appointed Niran Fuwattanukul as its new president, with a strategic goal to position Thailand as a regional leader in the digital asset sector.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Economy Corroborated

Thailand Tightens Business Registration Rules to Combat Nominee Schemes

The Ministry of Commerce has introduced a new requirement for foreign investors to submit bank statements to prevent illegal nominee business structures, effective August 1, 2026.

Prachachat Business + 1 source(s) ·

Source reliability 68/100 · Moderate
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Economy One source

Bualuang Securities Reports Growth in Automated Investment Portfolios

Bualuang Securities has announced that its 'Auto Top Funds Portfolio' service has surpassed 5.7 billion baht in assets under management.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

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Economy One source

Thai SEC Approves FLE Filing for IPO on mai Exchange

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand has officially accepted the IPO filing from FLE, which plans to offer 100 million shares to raise capital.

Thai Post ·

Source reliability 68/100 · Moderate
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Economy One source

PTT Station Launches Self-Service Promotion Offering Fuel Discounts

PTT Station is expanding its self-service fuel options to over 204 locations across Thailand, offering a 1 baht per liter discount for customers using the blueplus+ application throughout August 2026.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
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Economy One source

Bank of Thailand Tightens Digital Transfer Limits to Combat Fraud

The Bank of Thailand, in collaboration with banking and e-money associations, is implementing a 10,000-baht daily transfer limit starting September 2026 to curb the use of 'mule accounts.'

Thai Post ·

Source reliability 68/100 · Moderate
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Economy One source

Bank of Thailand Reports Q2 Economic Slowdown and Q3 Risks

The Bank of Thailand reports a clear economic deceleration in the second quarter due to global conflict, with ongoing risks for the third quarter linked to climate patterns.

Prachachat Business ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Economy One source

Bank of Thailand Reports Economic Recovery Outlook

The Bank of Thailand indicates the economy has passed its lowest point, with a potential recovery expected in the third quarter of 2026.

Thai Post ·

Source reliability 68/100 · Moderate
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Economy One source

Influencer 'Hlun' Establishes Media Production Company

Social media personality Hlun has officially registered a new media production company, Hlun Solo, to focus on digital content creation.

Matichon Online ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Economy One source

Thai Economy Faces Q2 Slowdown Amid Global Challenges

The Bank of Thailand reports a second-quarter economic cooling due to energy costs and geopolitical tensions, though tech exports and data center investments provide support.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
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Economy One source

Ajinomoto Thailand Unveils 2026 Strategy Focused on Food Innovation

Ajinomoto Thailand has announced its 2026 business roadmap, emphasizing health-focused food solutions and new support programs for local restaurant operators.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
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Economy One source

Bank of Thailand Addresses US Currency Monitoring List Status

The Bank of Thailand has clarified its position on the US Treasury’s currency monitoring list, noting that it currently meets only one of the three criteria for scrutiny.

Prachachat Business ·

Source reliability 84/100 · Established
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Economy One source

Thailand Hosts 39th King’s Cup Sepak Takraw World Championship

Thailand is set to host the 39th King’s Cup Sepak Takraw World Championship, featuring athletes from 19 countries, from August 4–11.

Khaosod Online Thailand ·

Source reliability 80/100 · Established
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Economy One source

DAD Asset Development Reports Mid-Year Budget Disbursement of 477 Million Baht

DAD Asset Development has successfully met its budget disbursement targets for the first half of 2026, totaling 477 million baht to support state investment projects.

Prachachat Business ·

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Economy One source

DAD Reports 477 Million Baht Investment in First Half of 2026

The Dhanarak Asset Development (DAD) has announced a 477 million baht investment during the first six months of 2026 to support government-led economic stimulus projects.

Thai Post ·

Source reliability 68/100 · Moderate
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