Thai car output falls 17.94% in May as Middle East conflict and weak exports hit production
MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2026
Thailand’s May car output fell 17.94% as Middle East conflict and weaker Australia exports hit production, while domestic sales were lifted by BEV demand
Iran declares full control of Strait of Hormuz amid truce row
SUNDAY, JUNE 28, 2026
Iran has declared full control of the Strait of Hormuz for 30 days, warning that US strikes or intervention could worsen tensions and jeopardise the ceasefire.
Thai Airways raises fuel surcharge on Japan–Thailand flights
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thai Airways will increase fuel surcharges on Japan–Thailand routes by up to 32% for tickets issued from July 1, 2026, reflecting higher operating costs and fuel market volatility.
SCB EIC Lifts Thailand 2026 GDP Forecast to 2%, But K-Shaped Divide Widens
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026
Thailand’s economy gets a modest upgrade, but the gains are concentrated — big tech-linked firms pull ahead while households and small businesses struggle with debt and rising costs
Thai Baht Buckles Under the Weight of Oil Shock and a Hawkish Fed
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
As Middle East tensions rekindle and the dollar strengthens, the Thai baht is testing critical support levels near 33 per dollar — but analysts warn the road to recovery is longer than markets expect
US keeps Iran World Cup travel curbs under review amid planned FIFA complaint
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
The US is keeping Iran’s World Cup travel arrangements under review while defending restrictions that require the squad to return to its Tijuana base after matches.