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Banking & Finance

Thailand monetary policy should remain accommodative, central bank minutes show

The market rallies are putting authorities on guard.
Banking & Finance

Thai central bank worried over disconnect as global markets soar

Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) cut its key rate by 50 basis points on Wednesday (Oct 9), twice as large as most analysts forecast, on economic activity and business sentiment that came in worse than expected.
Banking & Finance

Surprise rate decisions in Asia signal growing economic unease

The Bank of Thailand now expects the economy to grow 2.2 per cent this year and 1.6 per cent in 2026.
ASEAN Business

Thai central bank unexpectedly holds rates, trims growth forecast

Thailand is facing significant economic hurdles, including short-term disruptions and long-term structural issues.
ASEAN Business

New Thai central bank chief says he will work with government but maintain independence

The new governor will also need to craft policies that expand access to capital for millions of debt-ridden small and medium-sized enterprises, a key priority of Anutin’s administration.
ASEAN Business

New Thai central bank chief’s arrival fuels bets of larger cut

FILE PHOTO: The Bank of Thailand logo is pictured in Bangkok, Thailand, January 30, 2025. REUTERS/Chalinee Thirasupa/File Photo
ASEAN Business

Thai central bank wants to avoid side effects from steps to constrain baht, official says

The baht strength also discourages foreign tourists, a key source of revenue for the South-east Asian nation.
Banking & Finance

Thailand vows to curb baht swings as currency hits 4-year high

Thailand’s credit rating could also be at risk without a change in the political risk overhang in the economy and without near-term fiscal consolidation, according to outgoing central bank governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput.
ASEAN Business

Bank of Thailand governor sees economic risks in political drift

The Bank of Thailand said US tariffs were expected to dampen US demand and global trade activity, and their impact on the economy “was expected to be prolonged and could exacerbate existing structural challenges and competitiveness issues”.
ASEAN Business

Thai central bank sees room for accommodative policy in face of second-half challenges

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