Bank of Thailand closely monitoring the strengthening of the baht

The back of a 1000 Baht banknote, with the image of King Rama IX, H.M. Bhumibol Adulyadej
The back of a 1000 Baht banknote, with the image of King Rama IX, H.M. Bhumibol Adulyadej. Photo: Paul Sullivan / flickr.

The Bank of Thailand (BoT) is closely monitoring the strengthening of the baht, particularly as it continues to rise against the U.S. dollar. This appreciation [Read More…]

Minimum Wage Hike to 400 Baht Delayed Indefinitely Due to Bank of Thailand Issues

Construction workers at Terminal 21
Construction workers at Terminal 21. Photo: Ian Fuller / flickr. CC BY-NC 2.0.

On September 23rd, 2024, Labor Minister Phipat Ratchakitprakarn addressed the recent delays in the Minimum Wage Board meetings. Thai Labor Ministry Plans 400 Baht Minimum [Read More…]

Chinese Companies Eye Struggling Thai Bus and Restaurant Sectors for Expansion, Thai Business Owners Concerned

Hino White Bus in Bangkok.
Hino White Bus in Thailand. Photo: Pond 374-38.

On August 10th, 2024, Thai business insiders reported that several local bus operators are facing severe financial difficulties, with rising costs and continued losses forcing [Read More…]