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Thailand’s deflation streak and deadly floods pile pressure on rate cut

The country’s worst flood on record has killed nearly 200 people and so far caused an estimated 500 billion baht in losses

The baht’s strength is a result of a weak US dollar and Thailand’s current account surplus, and the central bank will step in to reduce its currency’s volatility, Thai Governor Vitai Ratanakorn told reporters in the northern Chiang Mai province on Saturday (Nov 22).

Thai central bank sees room for rate cut, wants a weaker baht

THAILAND’S newly-appointed central bank governor says the baht should be weaker to reflect economic fundamentals, and there is room to ease monetary policy further.

The amount of debt the Thai government will buy back will be capped at 100,000 baht per individual.

Thailand plans loans buyback of 122 billion baht to ease household debt woes

The country’s 86.8% ratio of household debt to GDP is among the highest in Asia

The central bank has cut its key rate four times over the past year to support the Thai economy, which is grappling with US tariffs, high household debt, and a strong baht.

Thailand monetary policy should remain accommodative, central bank minutes show

Bank of Thailand expects economic growth of 2.2% this year and 1.6% next year

The market rallies are putting authorities on guard.

Thai central bank worried over disconnect as global markets soar

Stock markets from the US to Asia have surged to record highs this month

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand on Oct 8 cut its key rate by 50 bps on economic activity and business sentiment that came in worse than expected.

Surprise rate decisions in Asia signal growing economic unease

They underscore growing domestic economic and market uncertainties exacerbated by US tariffs

The Bank of Thailand now expects the economy to grow 2.2% this year and 1.6% in 2026.

Thai central bank unexpectedly holds rates, trims growth forecast

Policymakers leave the door open to more easing if the glum outlook for the economy deteriorates further

Thailand is facing significant economic hurdles, including short-term disruptions and long-term structural issues, said new Bank of Thailand chief Vitai Ratanakorn.

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

[BANGKOK] Thailand’s new central bank chief said on Wednesday that he will maintain the independence of the central bank while collaborating with the government to address the country’s economic chall...