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    5 ways retirees in Thailand lose money (and how to stop it)

    Retiring in Thailand can be affordable and enjoyable, but many retirees lose money due to common mistakes. High living costs, scams, and unexpected expenses can quickly drain savings. There are five ways that retirees in Thailand can lose money and...

  • EC Markets takes centre stage as elite sponsor of iFX EXPO Dubai 2025

    EC Markets takes centre stage as elite sponsor of iFX EXPO Dubai 2025

    EC Markets, a global leader in CFD trading, is proud to announce its role as an elite sponsor of the iFX EXPO Dubai 2025, the foremost gathering for the trading and fintech community. Scheduled to take place from January 14 to 16, the event promises to be a hub of innovation, collaboration, and dialogue, drawing professionals from across the globe.…

  • Elderly cash windfall: Thai govt handouts confirmed by January 29

    Elderly cash windfall: Thai govt handouts confirmed by January 29

    The Thai government has officially confirmed that elderly citizens will receive their long-awaited 10,000 baht stimulus payments before January 29. Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat, spilled the beans during a press conference at the Ministry of Finance today, January 7. “We assure you, the 10,000-baht payments will hit accounts before the deadline. The exact transfer date hinges on a final…

  • BYDFi’s perpetual trading upgrade: Trading flexibility and asset security

    BYDFi’s perpetual trading upgrade: Trading flexibility and asset security

    BYDFi officially announced that the upgrade of the platform’s perpetual trading system has been completed. The upgrade not only improves core trading functionalities but also introduces three important functions of innovation and optimisation, which comprehensively improve users’ trading flexibility and asset security. Unrealised profits open new positions When a user holds a profitable position in the course of trading but…

  • Gold rush hour: Steady prices spark buyer frenzy in Thailand

    Gold rush hour: Steady prices spark buyer frenzy in Thailand

    Today’s gold prices in Thailand hold steady, sparking a sense of urgency among potential buyers. According to the Gold Traders Association (GTA), gold jewellery is priced at 43,650 baht per baht weight, mirroring closing figures yesterday, January 5. As announced at 9am today, 96.5% pure gold bullion is being bought at 43,050 baht per baht weight and sold at 43,150…

  • Good fortune: PM Paetongtarn’s assets exceed 13 billion baht

    Good fortune: PM Paetongtarn’s assets exceed 13 billion baht

    The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has disclosed a detailed account of the assets and liabilities of Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, marking her ascension into office. The report reveals that the 38 year old PM holds assets worth over 13 billion baht, alongside liabilities amounting to more than 4 billion baht. The asset declaration includes a wide array of personal…