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Bank of Thailand still upbeat despite headwinds

The Thai economy will face more challenges next year amid global uncertainties, but its recovery remains on track, according to a Bank of Thailand (BoT) executive.

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Baht set for relief as current-account swings to surplus

A better-than-expected rebound in foreign tourist arrivals, lower oil prices and sliding shipping costs are brightening the outlook for Thailand’s current account, potentially offering a reprieve for the country's currency trading near a 16-year low.

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Central bank will stop allowing 100% mortgages

The Bank of Thailand will not extend the easing of loan-to-value (LTV) measures for mortgage loans as the economy is showing clearer signs of recovery.

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As exports rise, Bank of Thailand ends Covid support measures

Thailand recorded a current account surplus of $0.6 billion in September after a deficit of $3.5 billion the previous month, the central bank said on Monday as it announced the end of pandemic-era financial support measures.

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Bank of Thailand continues push for digital currency

The Bank of Thailand (BoT) plans to take more time to develop its retail central bank digital currency (CBDC) to ensure it offers additional benefits to the financial system with good risk management.

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Deputy premier hopeful for 2023

Thailand's economy should not succumb to the global economic slowdown projected for next year, but rather continue its recovery propelled by new infrastructure development and increasing digital know-how among people, says Deputy Prime Minister Supattanapong Punmeechaow.

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BoT looks for cash deposit solutions

The Bank of Thailand intends to find solutions to make cash deposit machines (CDMs) more convenient, following new regulations from the Anti-Money Laundering Office (Amlo) on their use.

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Bank of Thailand chief: External factors constraints for managing baht

The baht is moving in line with regional currencies, with external factor the main constraint for managing volatility, Bank of Thailand (BoT) governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput said on Thursday.

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BoT: No unusual movements seen

The Bank of Thailand says it is not seeing unusual movements in capital flows and is closely monitoring the baht, which has slid to its weakest level against the dollar in more than 16 years.

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An Asean country might be near a crisis

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Tourism, consumption lead GDP growth

The economy is on course for continuous recovery driven by increasing tourism activities and active private consumption, with the growth rate expected to return to pre-Covid level by the end of this year or beginning of 2023, according to Anucha Burapachaisri, the government spokesman.

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Bank of Thailand flags inflation risk from further baht decline

The country faces the risks of inflation quickening further from a 14-year high if the baht continues to weaken, according to the central bank.

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Bank of Thailand says gradual rate hikes appropriate for now

Thailand's economy will continue to recover this year and in 2023 and gradual interest rate hikes remain appropriate though the policy can be adjusted if the outlook shifts from forecasts, the Bank of Thailand said on Monday.

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BoT to hold hearings on virtual bank licences

The Bank of Thailand plans to hold a public hearing about virtual bank licensing early next year, in a move to expand access to financial services for underbanked and unbanked consumers.

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IMF projects Thai growth of 2.8%

The Thai economy is projected to continue its post-pandemic recovery with expansion of 2.8% this year and 3.7% in 2023, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

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SME D Bank pledges to help customers

Small and Medium Enterprise Development Bank of Thailand (SME D Bank) is ready to help reduce customers' debt and interest burden to improve their liquidity, allowing their businesses to continue operating, says president Nartnaree Rathapat.

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Asian shares fall as rate fears return

RECAP: Asian markets fell yesterday as optimism that had fuelled earlier buying gave way to nervousness ahead of a US jobs report that could determine Federal Reserve rate hike plans.

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Arkhom urges overhaul of crypto laws

The law governing investments in digital assets should be reviewed to address grey areas, says Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith.

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Global currency reserves falling at record pace

Global foreign-currency reserves are falling at the fastest pace on record, as central banks from India to the Czech Republic intervene to support their currencies.

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Cabinet reiterates BoT has free rein for its duties

The government has pledged it will not intervene in the central bank's handling of inflation, interest rates and the baht's movement, instead asking the Finance Ministry to provide additional information to the bank.

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Economists urge caution for gloomy 2023

Thailand needs to prepare for global economic difficulties as they will intensify next year, according to economists.

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Credit card firms to meet BoT as debt accumulates

The Credit Card Club, a unit of the Thai Bankers' Association, plans to meet with the Bank of Thailand to share information about the credit card market to address the regulator's concerns over rising household debt stemming from unsecured loans.

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Economic recovery likely intact: Bank of Thailand

Thailand's economic recovery is likely intact and inflation should ease next year, the central bank chief said on Tuesday. Bank of Thailand (BoT) Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput was speaking to a business seminar. The BoT has forecast economic growth of 3.3% for this year and 3.8% next year.

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Economy set to expand despite global recession

Thailand is expected to eke out annual economic growth of about 3% over the next two years despite a looming global recession, says Bangkok Bank economist Kobsak Pootrakool.

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Central bank tackling rise in unsecured loans

The Bank of Thailand plans to ask both banks and non-banks to cease encouraging unnecessary borrowing of unsecured loans early next year as it wants to see the ratio of household debt to be at a level not exceeding 80% of GDP.

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