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Macro context for foreign buyers: currency, regulation, visa policy, the economy and the deals shaping the property cycle.
Markets · 18 Jun 2026
Singapore Tops Nearshoring Rankings as Logistics Backbone Strengthens
A new occupier survey places Singapore at the head of Asia's nearshoring league, a signal with quiet but real consequences for industrial property, residential demand and the wider expat economy.
Markets · 18 Jun 2026
Thailand Reaffirms Financial Hub Ambition Under New Cabinet
The Fiscal Policy Office signals continuity on a long-term plan to position Bangkok as a regional financial centre, a project with implications for tax residency, wealth flows and prime property demand.
Markets · 18 Jun 2026
Thailand's Semiconductor Push Faces Talent and Policy Test
Industry leaders warn that foreign capital alone will not turn Thailand into a chip hub, with workforce gaps and policy gaps shaping the kingdom's next industrial chapter.
Markets · 17 Jun 2026
Myawaddy Border Reopening Set to Revive Thai-Myanmar Trade Flows
The restart of activity at one of Thailand's busiest western land crossings carries quiet implications for Tak province logistics, cross-border retail and the wider northern Thailand investment story.
Markets · 17 Jun 2026
Thai Industrial Sentiment Slips Again, Hinting at Softer 2026 Outlook
A third consecutive monthly decline in Thailand's industrial confidence index points to wider economic headwinds that foreign residents and property buyers should track into the second half of 2026.
Markets · 16 Jun 2026
Sustainability Rules Reshape Thailand's Export and Property Outlook
New global trade standards on carbon, labour and supply-chain transparency are pushing Thailand to adapt, with knock-on effects for foreign investors watching the kingdom's industrial and property markets.
Markets · 16 Jun 2026
Thailand Pushes AI Governance Framework With 2026 Roadmap
The country's digital transactions agency is positioning Thailand as a regional reference point for AI rules, a quiet signal to investors weighing where Southeast Asia's tech capital settles.
Markets · 15 Jun 2026
India Reverts to Visa-on-Arrival for Thailand Entry
Thailand has ended its 60-day visa exemption for Indian nationals, returning them to a visa-on-arrival regime. Tourism operators expect minimal impact on a market that remains price-sensitive but loyal.
Markets · 13 Jun 2026
Thai Banks Tighten Buy Now, Pay Later Rules Under Regulator Push
Krungthai and Kasikornbank are recalibrating their instalment-credit services as the Bank of Thailand sharpens oversight of consumer lending, with knock-on effects for retail spending and household credit.
Markets · 13 Jun 2026
Thailand Swaps Visa-Free Entry for Visa-on-Arrival for Indian Visitors
The policy reset is unlikely to dent one of Thailand's fastest-growing inbound markets, with affordability still the decisive draw for Indian travellers and long-stay residents.
Markets · 12 Jun 2026
Bank of Thailand Signals Confidence in Baht Despite Dollar Pressure
The central bank moves to reassure markets that recent weakness against the dollar reflects external turbulence rather than any structural shift in Thailand's currency stability.
Markets · 11 Jun 2026
Thailand Travel Mart Returns to Anchor 33 Million Arrivals Target
The annual trade fair lands as Thailand pushes for 33 million visitors and 2.65 trillion baht in tourism revenue, a barometer worth watching for property owners reliant on rental demand.
Markets · 11 Jun 2026
K-Asset Warns Thai Equities Look Fully Priced After Rally
Kasikorn Asset Management is urging selectivity on Thai stocks after the SET Index pushed past 1,600, arguing much of the good news is already reflected in valuations.
Markets · 11 Jun 2026
Thailand Drafts New Drone Rules With Public Consultation
The telecoms regulator is seeking feedback on four draft measures covering unmanned aircraft, a signal of tighter airspace oversight alongside support for commercial drone use.
Markets · 10 Jun 2026
Thai Industry Lobby Pushes Stricter Terms On Data Centre Investment
The Federation of Thai Industries wants Bangkok to tie incoming hyperscale projects to local sourcing and community benefit, a shift that could reshape one of the country's hottest infrastructure plays.
Markets · 10 Jun 2026
SCB Insurance Arm Targets 10 Billion Baht in Premiums by 2030
InsureX, the brokerage owned by Siam Commercial Bank, is pivoting from straight policy sales to advisory work, a shift that signals broader changes in how Thai banks package protection to affluent clients.
Markets · 9 Jun 2026
Thailand Opens Public Consultation on TH-AI Passport Scheme
The Digital Economy ministry will gather feedback on its proposed national AI identity framework, a project drawing scrutiny from opposition lawmakers and civil society groups.
Markets · 9 Jun 2026
Thailand's 200 Billion Baht Energy Plan Faces Scrutiny
A government push to fund rooftop solar and electric vehicle adoption has drawn sharp questions from economists and parliament, with implications for utility costs and property upgrades.
Markets · 9 Jun 2026
China's Ageing Fleet Opens Runway for Domestic C919 Jet
As Chinese carriers face rising costs from an older fleet, the home-built C919 stands to capture orders that would otherwise have gone to Airbus and Boeing.