Alex Morgan

Alex is a 42-year-old former corporate executive and business consultant with a degree in business administration. Boasting over 15 years of experience working in various industries, including technology, finance, and marketing, Alex has acquired in-depth knowledge about business strategies, management principles, and market trends. In recent years, Alex has transitioned into writing business articles and providing expert commentary on business-related issues. Fluent in English and proficient in data analysis, Alex strives to deliver well-researched and insightful content to readers, combining practical experience with a keen analytical eye to offer valuable perspectives on the ever-evolving business landscape.
  • Business NewsAoT to create subsidiary for managing small state airports | Thaiger

    AoT to create subsidiary for managing small state airports

    Airports of Thailand Plc (AoT) is considering the establishment of a subsidiary to manage small airports that are currently under the financially troubled Department of Airports. This initiative aligns with the government’s strategy to stabilise state finances. AoT President Kirati Kijmanawat announced today, June 4, that the proposed subsidiary would operate directly under AoT, with the parent company and Vayupak…

  • Business NewsBrewing success: Thai coffee market percolates with growth | Thaiger

    Brewing success: Thai coffee market percolates with growth

    The Thai coffee market is experiencing significant growth, driven by evolving consumer lifestyles and increased demand for both domestic consumption and export processing. The Director-General of the Trade Policy and Strategy Office, Poonpong Naiyanapakorn underlined Thailand’s potential to process raw coffee into finished coffee products for export, a key value-adding practice. From 2021 to 2023, the Thai coffee market expanded…

  • Thailand NewsThailand’s tech exports face threats as Vietnam takes lead | Thaiger

    Thailand’s tech exports face threats as Vietnam takes lead

    Thailand’s export sector, which contributed 54.5% of GDP last year excluding services, faces potential disruption due to rapid technological advancements. Vietnam has surpassed Thailand in exporting high-tech products, emerging as a key production base for the downstream electronics industry. The global market’s recovery, particularly in computers, semiconductors, and smartphones, has driven this demand. Thailand mainly exports intermediate electronics products like…

  • Thailand NewsThailand’s GPSC secures 1,050MW solar project in India | Thaiger

    Thailand’s GPSC secures 1,050MW solar project in India

    The power generation division of Thailand’s PTT Plc, Global Power Synergy Plc (GPSC), is making significant strides in expanding its renewable energy footprint in India. Its subsidiary, Avaada Energy, has secured a contract to construct a massive 1,050-megawatt solar farm aimed at boosting clean energy production, reducing carbon emissions, and serving millions in India. Avaada Energy emerged victorious in a…

  • Thailand NewsGovernment to advance 47 billion baht in PPP projects this year | Thaiger

    Government to advance 47 billion baht in PPP projects this year

    Government investment projects under public-private partnerships (PPP) are set to advance this year, nearing the target of 47 billion baht, as projected by the State Enterprise Policy Office (Sepo). Sepo’s director-general, Tibordee Wattanakul, mentioned that the PPP investments are expected to alleviate the government’s fiscal responsibilities. By February, the PPP Committee had sanctioned 18 billion baht for fiscal 2024, focusing…

  • Thailand NewsEthereum ETFs approved, crypto prices to surge this year | Thaiger

    Ethereum ETFs approved, crypto prices to surge this year

    Cryptocurrencies are having a golden year, with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently approving eight funds set to launch spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Analysts predict the bull run will persist into the second half of the year, driven by strong interest from institutional investors. The SEC’s approval on May 23 for rule changes allowing ETFs to buy…

  • Thailand NewsThai film industry to exceed 3.8 billion baht at Cannes festival | Thaiger

    Thai film industry to exceed 3.8 billion baht at Cannes festival

    The 77th Cannes Film Festival has presented significant opportunities for the Thai government, local filmmakers, and production companies to secure lucrative business deals. The festival, which ran from May 14 to 25, is expected to generate more than the 3.8 billion baht grossed from last year’s event. Companies participating in the Thai booth, which showcased local films and promoted tourism,…

  • Thailand NewsThailand urged to support major theme parks | Thaiger

    Thailand urged to support major theme parks

    Thailand should offer robust support, including investment incentives and infrastructure development, to attract major theme park brands like Disney, according to the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA). IAAPA Board Chairman Wuthichai Luangamornlert emphasised that investors are inclined to develop attractions in destinations providing substantial support. China’s rail transport system was completed a year before the opening of…

  • Thailand NewsFTI argues minimum wage hike would primarily benefit migrants | Thaiger

    FTI argues minimum wage hike would primarily benefit migrants

    The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) is urging the government to reconsider its plan to raise the daily minimum wage to 400 baht nationwide, arguing that the policy would primarily benefit migrant workers rather than stimulate the local economy. Every year, migrant workers from neighbouring countries remit approximately 100 billion baht to their families back home. The FTI contends that…

  • Business NewsFinance Ministry to reassess stock holdings worth 1.19 trillion baht | Thaiger

    Finance Ministry to reassess stock holdings worth 1.19 trillion baht

    The Finance Ministry plans to reassess its shareholdings in various stocks to optimise its asset portfolio and generate additional revenue for the state. Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul instructed the State Enterprise Policy Office to evaluate the ministry’s stock holdings. According to sources, this review aims to identify which assets the government should retain and which could be sold. A…

  • Thailand NewsPhuket’s tourism boom: Is the island ready for the rush? | Thaiger

    Phuket’s tourism boom: Is the island ready for the rush?

    The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is confident that tourism revenue in Phuket this year will skyrocket to a staggering 400 billion baht. In a surprising revelation, the provincial TAT office reported that more than 3.6 million tourists graced the resort island in the first quarter alone. Lerdchai Wangtrakoondee, director of the provincial TAT office, announced yesterday that tourist numbers…

  • Thailand NewsCommerce Ministry investigates oil palm price drop | Thaiger

    Commerce Ministry investigates oil palm price drop

    The Commerce Ministry directed the Internal Trade Department to investigate the recent drop in oil palm prices by visiting provinces known for palm plantations. This initiative follows complaints from growers about reduced purchase prices. Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai instructed Wattanasak Sur-iam, director-general of the Internal Trade Department, to assess the situation in Phang-Nga, Krabi, and Surat Thani provinces. The goal…

  • Business NewsUS imposes major tariffs on Chinese EVs and semiconductors | Thaiger

    US imposes major tariffs on Chinese EVs and semiconductors

    The United States recently imposed substantial tariffs on Chinese products, focusing particularly on electric vehicles (EVs) and semiconductors. This move is expected to push China to expand its EV manufacturing within Asia, with Thailand emerging as a significant export hub, according to the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI). President Joe Biden’s administration cited Beijing’s unfair trade practices as the reason for…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok Land to transform Mueang Thong Thani into smart city | Thaiger

    Bangkok Land to transform Mueang Thong Thani into smart city

    Bangkok Land, a Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET)-listed company, is poised to transform Mueang Thong Thani into a smart city district. This ambitious plan includes the establishment of a new seafood and fruit centre aimed at providing affordable goods to attract tourists to Nonthaburi. The development is strategically timed to coincide with the launch of the Pink Line monorail service,…

  • Business NewsTipco Asphalt profits plummet 99% due to delays | Thaiger

    Tipco Asphalt profits plummet 99% due to delays

    Tipco Asphalt Plc (Tasco), listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), faced a challenging first quarter with reduced earnings and profits due to delays in state budget spending and low global asphalt prices. Despite this, the company remains optimistic about returning to normal growth levels within the year. The company reported a significant revenue drop of 37%, falling to…

  • Business NewsForeign business as usual: Thailand schools diplomats on investment | Thaiger

    Foreign business as usual: Thailand schools diplomats on investment

    The Department of Business Development in Thailand hosted a briefing for diplomats and international organisation representatives to clarify the Foreign Business Act (FBA) of 1999. The objective was to educate foreign investors on the law to ensure compliance and proper investment practices in Thailand. The Director-General of the Department, Auramon Supthaweethum, stated that the meeting aimed to help foreign investors…

  • Thailand NewsThai PM to attend Bangkok Pride 2024 amid security concerns | Thaiger

    Thai PM to attend Bangkok Pride 2024 amid security concerns

    Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will attend the Bangkok Pride Festival 2024, becoming the first Thai premier to join the event. This decision comes despite security concerns highlighted by a recent warning from the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). On May 10, both organisations issued a joint release warning that foreign terrorist organisations…

  • Business NewsThailand targets 465 billion baht in central region tourism revenue | Thaiger

    Thailand targets 465 billion baht in central region tourism revenue

    The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is set to promote the central region with new flight connections to the south and northeast, aiming to generate 465 billion baht in tourism revenue this year. Following a mobile cabinet meeting in Phetchaburi province, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin directed TAT to boost tourism in Suphan Buri, Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi, and Phetchaburi. The initiative will…

  • Business NewsThailand’s hydrogen hype: Fuelling a cleaner future | Thaiger

    Thailand’s hydrogen hype: Fuelling a cleaner future

    Thailand is gearing up to construct a hydrogen economy, motivated by both state and business initiatives to advance hydrogen fuel ventures and foster cleaner energy usage. The nation’s potential for a low carbon-driven economy is gaining traction following a joint announcement by PTT Global Chemical (PTTGC), the largest petrochemical producer in Thailand, and Bangkok Industrial Gas, the country’s leading industrial…

  • Business NewsThonburi Healthcare to invest 1.5 billion baht in cancer centres | Thaiger

    Thonburi Healthcare to invest 1.5 billion baht in cancer centres

    Thonburi Healthcare Group Plc (THG) will invest 1-1.5 billion baht to establish three cancer centres in Thailand, aligning with the trend of specialised hospitals and expanding its operations in Myanmar and Vietnam. According to the Chief Executive, Dr. Tanatip Suppradit, the company aims to meet the increasing demand for hospital beds in Myanmar and enhance its wellness business in Vietnam.…

  • Business NewsCassava crunch: Thai exports take a dip with 16.4% drop in Q1 | Thaiger

    Cassava crunch: Thai exports take a dip with 16.4% drop in Q1

    Thai exports of cassava and cassava products fell by 16.4% year-on-year in the first quarter, largely due to a reduction in cassava chip output. The Director-General of the Trade Policy and Strategy Office, Poonpong Naiyanapakorn, reported that the export value of cassava and cassava products reached 33.2 billion baht for the first three months of this year, marking a 16.4%…

  • Business NewsPhilippines aims to be Asia’s next logistics hub with US support | Thaiger

    Philippines aims to be Asia’s next logistics hub with US support

    According to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, the Philippines is positioning itself as Asia’s next manufacturing and logistics hub, leveraging its strengthening relationship with the United States. Under the leadership of Marcos, the Philippines has bolstered its defence and economic cooperation with Washington, which recently committed to accelerating investments in the nation’s transport infrastructure, clean energy, and semiconductor supply chains through the…

  • Business NewsThailand seeks new stimulus after Q1 growth falls short | Thaiger

    Thailand seeks new stimulus after Q1 growth falls short

    Following Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira’s announcement yesterday, Thailand needs additional stimulus measures to unlock its economic potential after experiencing lower-than-expected growth in the first quarter. The country’s economy expanded by only 1.5% year-on-year in the first quarter. This performance, while surpassing analysts’ forecasts, fell short of the 1.7% growth recorded in the previous quarter, said Pichai. “There was still growth…

  • Business NewsThailand’s sports equipment market to hit 32 billion baht | Thaiger

    Thailand’s sports equipment market to hit 32 billion baht

    The sports equipment market is set for significant growth in the coming years, thanks to a surge in consumer interest in health and wellness since the Covid-19 pandemic began. President of the Thailand Sporting Trade Association Kitti Charoenpornpanichkul reported that the domestic sports equipment market reached a value of approximately 30 billion baht (US$826 million) last year. This figure surpasses…

  • Business NewsThai hotels urge reform of unfair land and building tax rates | Thaiger

    Thai hotels urge reform of unfair land and building tax rates

    Hotels are calling for a revision of the property tax calculation based on land appraisal prices and business income to address the uneven recovery within the hospitality industry. President of the Thai Hotels Association (THA) Thienprasit Chaiyapatranun highlighted that the land and building tax remains a significant challenge for hotel operators. This year, the full rate is set to be…

  • Business NewsIndonesia seeks Tesla EV battery plant with Musk’s interest | Thaiger

    Indonesia seeks Tesla EV battery plant with Musk’s interest

    Indonesia is once again courting Elon Musk’s interest in establishing an electric vehicle (EV) battery plant within its borders. After meeting with President Joko Widodo, the CEO of Tesla, Elon Musk, is set to consider the proposal, as confirmed by Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister of Investment, Luhut Pandjaitan. Musk’s immediate response was not available following the announcement made by Luhut to…

  • Business NewsGovt to boost 2024 budget by 122 billion baht for handout scheme | Thaiger

    Govt to boost 2024 budget by 122 billion baht for handout scheme

    According to the Budget Bureau Chief, the Thai government plans to increase the 2024 fiscal budget by 122 billion baht to support its primary handout initiative. This announcement follows the recent approval of a delayed 3.48 trillion baht budget. The government is continuing to push forward with fiscal stimulus plans, aiming to distribute 500 billion baht by the fourth quarter…

  • Business NewsVietnam prioritises economic growth despite global challenges | Thaiger

    Vietnam prioritises economic growth despite global challenges

    Vietnam will focus on bolstering economic growth despite ongoing challenges from weak global demand, announced Deputy Prime Minister Le Minh Khai. Addressing the National Assembly during its summer session, Khai noted that while gross domestic product (GDP) growth has improved, significant hurdles remain. Industrial activity is recovering, albeit at a slow pace. Vietnam, now a manufacturing hub benefiting from shifting…

  • Business NewsThailand’s future depends on nurturing innovative talent | Thaiger

    Thailand’s future depends on nurturing innovative talent

    Thailand’s future hinges on becoming a dynamic centre of innovative talent and progress. The pivotal element in realising this vision lies in securing the right talent—those who bring ideas to life and spearhead transformative change. Throughout a lengthy career, it has been evident that exceptional talents do not merely meet expectations, they redefine them. Good performers play their roles well,…

  • Business NewsThai industries launch initiatives to boost SMEs post-pandemic | Thaiger

    Thai industries launch initiatives to boost SMEs post-pandemic

    New initiatives by the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) aim to bolster local entrepreneurs, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) still grappling with the effects of the pandemic. The FTI is focusing on critical sectors such as agribusiness and the auto parts industry to foster resilience and growth. Efforts are being made to help SMEs become more competitive through the…