Finance
Thailand finance guide—economy updates, banking, taxes, and smart money management. Stay informed on financial trends, investment insights, and practical tips for navigating Thailand’s financial landscape.
-
Sponsored 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...
-
TrustFinance Business Bangkok 2025: The premier B2B event
TrustFinance Business 2025, the premier business-to business (B2B) matchmaking event for the Forex industry, is set to take place on May 9 in Bangkok, Thailand. The highly anticipated gathering will bring together top Forex brokers, fintech innovators, liquidity providers, payment solutions, and trading technology providers, offering unparalleled opportunities for strategic partnerships and business growth. Connecting the Forex ecosystem for a…
-
Thailand student loan defaulters face 3,000 baht salary cuts
Thousands of student loan borrowers are in for a financial shock as the Student Loan Fund (SLF) prepares to slash an extra 3,000 baht from monthly salaries — and it’s all starting this month. The move has sparked a storm of confusion and concern among debtors, many of whom claim they’ve been making payments regularly. But according to the SLF,…
-
Q2 2025: Through the looking glass
Q2 of 2025 begins under the shadow of sharp rotations in capital, increased political risk, and growing market segmentation. While US equities and cryptocurrencies struggled in Q1, European stocks, gold, and the yen emerged as havens. Traders now face an increasingly complex global environment marked by softening US growth, surging European confidence, and persistent uncertainty over monetary policy direction. Exness’…
-
FXGT supports earthquake relief efforts in Bangkok and Myanmar
FXGT.com has announced its commitment to supporting relief efforts following the devastating earthquake that recently struck Myanmar and Bangkok. The company has donated to Bangkok Community Help Foundation, an organisation actively providing critical aid to those affected by the disaster. The 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Mandalay, Myanmar, on March 28 and has left many communities in dire need of…
-
GSB launches savings campaign with 100 million baht prize pool
In celebration of the Government Savings Bank (GSB)’s anniversary on April 1, the bank introduced the Save a Hundred, Win a Hundred Million campaign. Customers can participate by purchasing a one-year special savings bond with a minimum deposit of 100 baht. GSB chief Witai Rattanakorn announced the initiative, which offers a total prize pool of 100 million baht. The highlight…
-
Trump’s 36% tax on Thailand: Impact on exports & survival tips
The America First policy under President Donald Trump has sent shockwaves through the global economy once again. This follows the announcement of a baseline tariff of 10% on imports from all countries, along with a reciprocal tariff aimed at countries with which the US has a large trade deficit. With this, Thailand has been hit with a 36% tax from Trump’s new…
Don't forget to check out some other things to do in Thailand - get help starting a business or finding a job in Thailand, buy Thailand property, rent a yacht or book a medical procedure worldwide.