Thaksin sympathises with Thai government over debt burden
SUNDAY, JUNE 28, 2026
Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra urges unity, denies political activity, and expresses concern over household debt, national debt and Thailand’s economic pressures.
Strategic Reallocation: How Debt and Headwinds Are Reshaping the Thai Consumer in 2026
FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026
With household debt at a record 86.7% of GDP, Thai consumers are ditching discretionary luxuries in favour of healthcare, education, and daily essentials
BOT to issue BNPL rules to curb rising First Jobbers' debt by October
THURSDAY, JUNE 04, 2026
The BOT is moving to regulate pay-later services that fuel overspending among young consumers, with First Jobbers’ debt at 52.7%, NPLs at 27% and transaction volume up over 38% a year.
Thailand’s Virtual Bank raises debt question after overseas cases
SUNDAY, MAY 31, 2026
Branchless banks overseas grew quickly on easier approvals and wider credit access, raising questions over Thailand’s Virtual Bank impact on household debt.
Thai Back-to-School Costs Hit 13-Year High Amid Household Squeeze
WEDNESDAY, MAY 06, 2026
Total education spending for the 2026 term is forecast to reach 66 billion baht, as inflation, a subsidy shortfall and rising household debt compound pressure on Thai families