Currencies
Thai Baht Stays Range-Bound as Inflation Eases and BoT Holds Steady
Thai inflation eased to 2.4% in June, staying within BoT's target range, reinforcing expectations that rates will hold at 1%...
China Touts Yuan as Stable Alternative Amid US Dollar Strength
For Thailand, the dollar still dominates baht movements, driving roughly 40-50% of the currency's swings, while a stronger baht continues...
Thai Baht Buckles Under the Weight of Oil Shock and a Hawkish Fed
The Thai baht faces pressure from a dovish central bank, interest rate differentials, and regional weakness. Recovery hinges on Middle...
USD/THB Overbought Signals Mask Persistent Upside Risks, OCBC Warns
Investors are advised to stay cautious, as market conditions may still favor the US dollar against the Thai baht.
Thai Baht Weakens as April Trade Deficit Hits Record USD 10 Billion
Thailand's Baht weakens despite inflows due to a record $10bn trade deficit. Strong imports, oil prices, and USD demand pressure...
Bangkok Restaurant’s Renminbi-Only Policy Sparks Legal Scrutiny in Thailand
A viral video alleging a Bangkok restaurant accepted only renminbi, not baht, sparked scrutiny of foreign businesses' payment practices, tax...
Thai Baht Slides as Record April Trade Deficit Hits USD 10 Billion
Thailand's record April trade deficit and persistent strong imports are pressuring the Baht, despite portfolio inflows, with authorities warning of...
Thai Baht at Risk as Middle East Conflict Drives Oil Prices Higher
Middle East war fears and rising oil prices could weaken the Thai baht to 33 per dollar. Thailand, as a...
