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Moshi Moshi Lifts First-Half Profit 21.5% as Thai Network Expands
Operating revenue reached 1,654 million baht as the Bangkok-listed lifestyle chain added 37 stores and weighed expansion into neighbouring Southeast Asian markets.
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Thailand Struggles with Lowest Economic Growth Amid Southeast Asian Titans: Rising Energy Prices Blamed
Thailand’s economy, one of the six largest in Southeast Asia, experienced sluggish growth in the second quarter, trailing behind its regional counterparts. The meager 1.9% growth rate, as compared to the first quarter’s 2.8% expansion, was largely influenced…
Aiko TanakaLiving
Revolutionizing Bangkok Commute: Single Ticket Policy Caps Electric Rail Fares at $1.36 for 2027 Launch
Thailand has announced its intention to implement a common-ticket policy for electric rail services in Bangkok and the surrounding provinces. This initiative, which is expected to commence next year, will cap fares at 45 baht (US$1.36) per journey to…
Wei ZhangGeneral
Thai Shoppers Tighten Budgets: A Dive into Declining Spending-per-Bill Index
In July, a decrease in consumer spending was observed among Thai shoppers, with the spending-per-bill index falling by 8.1 points to 47.0 from the previous month. The spending-per-bill component saw the greatest decrease among the main measures of the…
Rajiv MenonFashion
Satur: South Korean Fashion Sensation Makes a Stylish Debut in Thailand
South Korean fashion house, Satur, has announced its expansion into the Thai market, with its first flagship store opening in Central Ladprao. This move was made feasible through an exclusive partnership with the Jaspal Group, a renowned lifestyle and fashion…
Rajiv MenonGeneral
Thailand’s Online Scam Fallout: $273M Lost to Cyber Fraudsters in First Half of 2026
In the first half of 2026, Thai citizens suffered significant losses from online fraud schemes, with the losses estimated to be nearly 9 billion Thai Baht (US$273 million). The frauds were executed through more than 170,000 reported cases of online deceit.…
Minjun ParkFood
Minor Group Takes Global Reins: Acquires Full Ownership of Korean Chain Bonchon
Thailand’s Minor Group is set to acquire the remaining stake in Bonchon, a South Korean restaurant chain, thereby becoming its global owner. Headquartered in Bangkok, Minor Group has a significant presence in the restaurant industry with ownership of The…
Aiko TanakaGeneral
Fly High for Less: Vietnams Sky-High Slash in Airfares to Singapore and Thailand
The surge in international flights operated by Vietnamese airlines has led to a reduction in airfare, even during the peak summer travel period. This is evident from the noticeably lower fares to popular destinations like Singapore and Thailand which are…
Sarah ChenLiving
Bangkok’s $29M Green Transit: New Pedestrian, Cycling Bridge to Span Chao Phraya River
Bangkok’s local government recently announced a THB1 billion (US$29 million) project to construct a pedestrian and bicycle bridge across the Chao Phraya River. The project, led by Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, aims to provide greener transportation…
Wei ZhangGeneral
Japanese Retail Titan Aeon Sells Thai Supermarket Business to Central Group, Sets Sights on Southeast Asia Growth
Japanese retail behemoth Aeon is withdrawing from the supermarket industry in Thailand, divesting its local enterprise to Central Group. This is a strategic shift in investment focus towards rapidly expanding markets across Southeast Asia. Transition of…
Rajiv MenonFinance
Indonesia Dominates Gold Market, Outshines Thailand and Vietnam Combined
In the first half of this year, Indonesia witnessed a significant surge in sales of gold bars and coins, amounting to 38.1 tonnes, according to the newly-released statistics. This figure surpasses the combined sales of Thailand and Vietnam, which stood at…
Aiko TanakaLiving
Thailand Elevates Trade Prospects with $750M Railway Project Boosting Port Connectivity
Thailand’s Ministry of Transport has confirmed its dedication to constructing a dual-track railway, a $750 million (27 billion baht) project that is viewed as a critical component in the nation’s logistics chain. Deputy Transport Minister Sanphet Boonyamanee,…
Sarah ChenGeneral
Thai Gem and Jewelry Industry Shines in China: New Deal to Skyrocket Exports
The Gem and Jewellery Institute of Thailand (GIT) has formalized a strategic partnership with two prominent Shanghai-based firms with the aim of bolstering Thai gem and jewellery enterprises’ market penetration in China. The collaborations have been…
Sarah ChenReal Estate
Crackdown on Underground Hospitality: Thailand Targets Illegal Hotels on Phuket Island
The Thai government is stepping up its measures against unauthorized accommodations, following the discovery of three illegal hotels on Phuket, the nation’s largest island. During a recent operation, Deputy Interior Minister Polapee Suwunchwee led a task…
Maria SantosFood
Surge in Durian Imports: Chinas Growing Craving Boosts Trade for Thailand and Malaysia
In the first half of 2026, China’s durian imports saw a significant increase of 47% compared to the previous year. This was largely due to surplus stock from Southeast Asian exporters, such as Thailand and Malaysia, following a decrease in durian prices.…
Maria SantosFinance
CIMB Expands Wealth Services into Singapore and Thailand, Targeting Southeast Asias Rising Affluent Class
CIMB Group, Malaysia’s second-largest bank in terms of assets, has announced its intention to expand its private wealth business to Singapore and Thailand by the end of the year. This move is part of a larger plan to double the bank’s wealth assets under…
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