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.
  • Economy NewsThai tourism targets wealthy Asian expatriates for industry boost | Thaiger

    Thai tourism targets wealthy Asian expatriates for industry boost

    The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) set their sights on the growing wealth of Asian expatriates as a potential boon for the Thai tourism industry. Chinese nationals residing in Cambodia and Laos have been particularly targeted due to their propensity for choosing Thailand as a location to send their children for education. According to Oranooch Pakapan-Rutten, TAT’s marketing representative for Cambodia…

  • Economy NewsThai industries call for government aid to stimulate export growth amid falling rates | Thaiger

    Thai industries call for government aid to stimulate export growth amid falling rates

    Industry leaders are soliciting governmental assistance in a bid to boost export growth, following steady declines observed over a streak of eight months, according to recent insights sourced from the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI). Discussions with 210 executives from 45 sectors of the industry revealed that an overwhelming 80% of respondents were in favour of government initiatives to trim…

  • Business NewsThailand, UK strengthen ties towards strategic economic partnership | Thaiger

    Thailand, UK strengthen ties towards strategic economic partnership

    Thailand and the United Kingdom (UK)are looking to fortify their economic ties now the toxic dust of Brexit has settled. With the next Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO) meeting on the horizon this November, it’s believed that both countries are ready to elevate their relationship to a potential strategic economic partnership. JETCO Director-General Auramon Supthaweethum spoke at length about…

  • Business NewsThai tourism federation FETTA plans transformative change for streamlined operations | Thaiger

    Thai tourism federation FETTA plans transformative change for streamlined operations

    Faced with a long-standing need for agile operations and goal-directed development, the Federation of Thai Tourism Associations (FETTA) is set to drive transformative change in Thailand’s tourism landscape. This follows the recent realignment of seven local tourism associations that have transitioned from the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) to become part of FETTA. According to Adith Chairattananon, a FETTA representative…

  • Business NewsBusiness uncertainty grows as Thai stock slide continues amid Chinese property defaults and Russian turmoil | Thaiger

    Business uncertainty grows as Thai stock slide continues amid Chinese property defaults and Russian turmoil

    Analysts flagged potential downswings to the Thailand Stock Exchange (SET) index due to ongoing business uncertainties in Russia and loan defaults in China’s property market. Over the past week, the SET index experienced a seven day consecutive drop, and despite brief rallying, finished in the red. Concerns stemming from smaller stock performances and news of Chinese property market default have…

  • Economy NewsBusiness uncertainty fuels Thai Baht dip amid political unrest and Asian currency devaluation | Thaiger

    Business uncertainty fuels Thai Baht dip amid political unrest and Asian currency devaluation

    Embroiled in political and business uncertainty, the Thai baht plummeted to a low unseen since last November, a seven-month dip, agitating investor confidence. This occurred alongside a universal lowering in the value of various emergent Asian currencies versus an emboldened dollar, fuelled by robust US data allaying recession fears. Stock markets in the region largely painted a bleak picture, with…

  • Business NewsKing’s Bangkok to unveil 1 billion baht teaching complex by 2024 | Thaiger

    King’s Bangkok to unveil 1 billion baht teaching complex by 2024

    A new chapter beckons for King’s College International School Bangkok, with an estimated completion date of 2024 for its advanced teaching and learning complex. This ground-breaking venture surfaces on the heels of the successful inauguration of the senior school in 2021. Rendering a substantial investment tally projected above 1 billion baht, King’s Bangkok carries the intent of birthing a learning…

  • Economy NewsThai exports set for surge amid favourable market conditions and expansion plans | Thaiger

    Thai exports set for surge amid favourable market conditions and expansion plans

    With predictions of a rebounding global economy, Thai exports are expected to witness a surge in the second half of the year, according to the nation’s Commerce Ministry. Keerati Rushchano, the permanent commerce secretary, revealed that the current competitive baht exchange rate coupled with planned market expansion initiatives could significantly boost trade. The regions targeted for market expansion include Yunnan…

  • Business NewsBank of Thailand to loosen foreign exchange regulations to stabilise long-term exchange rates | Thaiger

    Bank of Thailand to loosen foreign exchange regulations to stabilise long-term exchange rates

    The Bank of Thailand revealed plans to loosen foreign exchange regulations to stabilise the long-term exchange rate. The move, which shows a clear focus on balancing capital inflows and managing volatility, comes as Thailand’s economy globally integrates further. Under the foreign exchange initiative, Thai individuals will now be able to pour as much as US$10 million into offshore markets, doubling…

  • Business NewsGerman and French firms eye Thailand’s booming electric vehicle sector | Thaiger

    German and French firms eye Thailand’s booming electric vehicle sector

    A surge of interest in Thailand’s budding electric vehicle (EV) industry has been noted among businesses from France and Germany. The Thailand Board of Investment (BoI) revealed this interest following an investment promotion roadshow in these European nations. The BoI’s Deputy Secretary-General, Wirat Tatsaringkansakul, suggested a particularly keen receptiveness from French and German investors. These potential investors are reportedly looking…

  • Business NewsEconomic disparity in Thailand widens, agricultural sector hit hardest | Thaiger

    Economic disparity in Thailand widens, agricultural sector hit hardest

    The age-old struggle with economic disparity continues to cast a shadow on Thailand’s society as inequality widens, particularly in the agricultural sector, which sees roughly 6% to 8% of its populace remaining below the poverty line. According to a recent study by the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO), this disparity has been fuelled by multiple factors, including the move…

  • Economy NewsFitch ratings reveal Thailand’s economic recovery to boost corporate earnings in 2023 | Thaiger

    Fitch ratings reveal Thailand’s economic recovery to boost corporate earnings in 2023

    Recovery of the domestic economy and alleviation of inflationary pressures are set to bolster the performance of corporations in Thailand this year, suggest analysts from Fitch Ratings during the 2023 Thailand Corporate Credit Outlook & Asean ESG conference, held recently in Bangkok. Corporates at Fitch Ratings (Thailand)’s Lertchai Kochareonrattanakul, a senior director, indicated in his talk that a boost in…

  • Business NewsHotel Act concerns addressed by Thai Hotels Association due to government’s registration rules | Thaiger

    Hotel Act concerns addressed by Thai Hotels Association due to government’s registration rules

    The Thai Hotels Association (THA) has taken a positive step by welcoming the Ministry of Interior’s new regulations. These rules will now classify smaller accommodations that were operating before 2016 as hotels. This decision is expected to result in increased tax collection, providing additional income for the government. However, the proposal to exempt larger accommodation facilities from registration under the…

  • Business NewsBoggle Boggle: Korean noodle pop-up store debuts in Thailand with K-drama experience | Thaiger

    Boggle Boggle: Korean noodle pop-up store debuts in Thailand with K-drama experience

    In a move influenced by the continued fascination with K-pop culture among Thai enthusiasts, ‘Boggle Boggle,’ a Korean noodle pop-up store reminiscent of the famed late-night food spots or vintage red tents frequently portrayed in South Korean TV dramas, has made its recent debut in Thailand. Hosting its grand opening on June 24, Boggle Boggle occupies a space on the…

  • Business NewsHydrogen program launched by Egco to cut CO2 emissions in the US | Thaiger

    Hydrogen program launched by Egco to cut CO2 emissions in the US

    A significant advancement in the pursuit of cleaner energy took place recently, as Electricity Generating Plc (Egco), a subsidiary of the state-run Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand, launched a hydrogen program. This new initiative is set in the Linden Cogen thermal cogeneration plant’s 172-megawatt Unit 6, located in the US. The hydrogen fuel blending programme is part of a wider…

  • Economy NewsThai economy booms as government’s fiscal income beats projections with 122bn baht surplus | Thaiger

    Thai economy booms as government’s fiscal income beats projections with 122bn baht surplus

    The Thai economy demonstrates strong recovery and active imports as the Thai government’s net income during the first two-thirds of fiscal 2023 has surpassed projections by 122 billion baht, revealed Fiscal Policy Office Director-General, Pornchai Thiraveja, 42 years old. Between October 2022 and May 2023, the Thai government raked in a total of 1.64 trillion baht, which is an 8%…

  • Business NewsAIS urged to retract NBTC lawsuit amidst True-DTAC merger controversy | Thaiger

    AIS urged to retract NBTC lawsuit amidst True-DTAC merger controversy

    In an undisclosed revelation from employees within the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), it was indicated that Advanced Info Service (AIS) has been encouraged to retract its lawsuit against last year’s NBTC board resolution, which validated the amalgamation of True-DTAC. This lawsuit could potentially create complications for the commission when deliberating the ongoing acquisition of the fixed broadband service…

  • Business NewsGlobal Thai rice export forecast to surpass 8 million tonnes | Thaiger

    Global Thai rice export forecast to surpass 8 million tonnes

    The appeal for Thai rice continues to be significant globally, with both Indonesia and Bangladesh expressing their aspirations to buy the grain through G2G or government-to-government contracts. Ronnarong Phoolpipat, head of the Foreign Trade Department, stated that the immense global demand for Thai rice is likely to boost exports to surpass 8 million tonnes this year. The department has plans…

  • Business NewsDrought hits Thailand’s cassava yield, imports to fill shortfall predicted | Thaiger

    Drought hits Thailand’s cassava yield, imports to fill shortfall predicted

    A projected decrease in Thailand’s yield of cassava and its by-products from 11 million tonnes last year to an estimated 9 million tonnes this year has been attributed to drought conditions. This situation is further compounded by more farmers opting for sugar cane cultivation instead. Ronnarong Phoolpipat, director-general of the Foreign Trade Department, revealed that despite the drought-induced shortfall in…

  • World NewsKasikornbank branches out into Vietnam aiming at top 20 by 2027 | Thaiger

    Kasikornbank branches out into Vietnam aiming at top 20 by 2027

    Breaking new ground in its expansion strategy, Kasikorn Business-Technology Group (KBTG), a subsidiary of Thailand’s Kasikornbank, has laid the foundation stone for KBTG Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City. With an aim to serve the surging regional digital expansion of its parent conglomerate and to attain a spot amongst the top 20 banks in Vietnam by 2027, this development is…

  • Business NewsChinese tourism deterred by tourist scams in Thailand, says ATTA | Thaiger

    Chinese tourism deterred by tourist scams in Thailand, says ATTA

    Fear of being conned by tourist scams poses a bigger concern to prospective Chinese tourists than Thailand’s political ambiguity, advises the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA). Given a sluggish economic recovery on the mainland, the Chinese tourism market could slightly be affected. Calling for tougher safety measures, ATTA’s president, Sisdivachr Cheewarattanaporn, indicated that improving the country’s image and reassurances…

  • Economy NewsThai tourism-linked businesses experience booming growth amid economic recovery | Thaiger

    Thai tourism-linked businesses experience booming growth amid economic recovery

    Amid escalating tourist arrivals and robust economic recovery, Thai tourism-associated enterprises have been reaping lucrative rewards, particularly in the fields of foreign exchange, travel agencies, tour guides, dining establishments, and the accommodation industry. Such industries have experienced impressive growth within the initial five months of this year, as revealed by data garnered through the Business Development Department of the Commerce…

  • Business NewsBusiness diversification: Susco Beyond explores EV market amidst fluctuating oil prices | Thaiger

    Business diversification: Susco Beyond explores EV market amidst fluctuating oil prices

    Susco Beyond, an auxiliary affair of Susco Plc, a prominent Thai oil retailer, persists to diversify. While an integral part of their business still revolves around the oil industry, they seek to mitigate the risks associated with fluctuating oil prices through business diversification. To this end, they have turned their attention to non-oil businesses, an example of which includes their…

  • Business NewsPost-pandemic business growth: CMG aims for 20% revenue boost relying on beauty trends | Thaiger

    Post-pandemic business growth: CMG aims for 20% revenue boost relying on beauty trends

    In an era marked by a surge in consumer-based beauty industry trends, Central Marketing Group (CMG), a key Central Retail Corporation subsidiary and renowned distributor of over forty top-notch global brands, targets a 20% revenue business growth for their beauty segment this year. The company’s president, Edwin Yap Hawson, notes that the anticipated business growth can be credited to inventive…

  • Economy NewsThailand tourism thrives as it ranks second in global travel, Bangkok tops city list | Thaiger

    Thailand tourism thrives as it ranks second in global travel, Bangkok tops city list

    Thailand tourism continues to thrive, as online travel platform Agoda recently revealed that the country holds the title of the second most popular destination for travellers worldwide, with Bangkok topping the list of favourite cities for global travellers. The ranking came from an analysis of booking data collected from January to May of the current year, shared by government spokesman…

  • Business News31 Centara hotels scoop Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice awards | Thaiger

    31 Centara hotels scoop Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice awards

    Centara Hotels & Resorts scooped several top honours in the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice awards for 2023, with 31 of their properties being recognised worldwide. These prestigious awards, reserved for establishments consistently achieving excellent traveller reviews over the past year, place Centara’s hotels and resorts within the top 10% of all listings on Tripadvisor globally. This year, two Centara properties received…

  • Business NewsDelta Electronics cites external factors in share price fluctuations | Thaiger

    Delta Electronics cites external factors in share price fluctuations

    There’s been a recent development with Delta Electronics (Thailand). The company has informed the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) that the company’s recent share price fluctuations are the result of external factors and that its financial fundamentals remain strong. Following a slump of 18.3% on Tuesday, Delta’s shares experienced volatility yesterday, closing up 0.26%. The trading alert on Delta’s shares…

  • Business NewsPharmaceutical R&D lab investment drives JSP Pharma to target 30% revenue growth | Thaiger

    Pharmaceutical R&D lab investment drives JSP Pharma to target 30% revenue growth

    JSP Pharmaceutical Manufacturing (Thailand) Plc, a company specialising in the distribution of medicines and nutritional supplements, is eyeing a 30% increase in revenue this year, which is partly due to the introduction of its new pharmaceutical research and development (R&D) service for the growing medical industry. In 2020, JSP earned 436 million baht, albeit incurring a loss of 17.4 million…

  • Business NewsDigital platforms in Thailand face new transparency law, affecting over 1,000 major operators | Thaiger

    Digital platforms in Thailand face new transparency law, affecting over 1,000 major operators

    A new law issued by royal decree will come into effect on August 21, aimed at regulating digital platforms in Thailand while promoting transparency and consumer protection, according to Digital Economy and Society Minister Chaiwut Thanakamanusorn. The digital platform service law was was first published in the Royal Gazette on December 23, 2022. Upon implementation, digital platforms looking to conduct…

  • Business NewsSustainable financing: Unlocking Thailand’s net-zero pathway challenge | Thaiger

    Sustainable financing: Unlocking Thailand’s net-zero pathway challenge

    The urgency of tackling climate change and transitioning towards a sustainable future has drawn increased attention to the importance of sustainable financing in recent years. With every investment decision holding the potential to mould the fate of the planet, governments, corporations, and financial institutions are recognising the significance of funding environmentally friendly initiatives. The push for a net-zero carbon economy…