Banking & Finance

Vitai Ratanakorn faces a crucial challenge as the new Governor of the Bank of Thailand. Can he balance independence with economic stability and social responsibility?

The Public Debt Management Office (PDMO) launches 20 billion baht in savings bonds, offering up to 3.4% interest. The first round starts on July 30 via the Paotang app, with a second round for bank purchases opening on August 4.

Thailand's financial watchdog has unveiled new regulations for 'Government Tokens,' aiming to broaden public investment avenues and leverage innovative technology for state fundraising, effective from 21 July

Vitai Ratanakorn appointed as Bank of Thailand governor, set to take office on October 1.

The Finance Ministry plans to allow Pico Finance operators to lend across provinces, expanding access to microloans.

11 Thai banks report Q2 2025 profit of 66.2 billion baht, down 3%. Provisions for bad debt rise as concerns mount over Q3 impact from Trump's tax and interest rate cuts.

Listed companies have committed a record 52 billion baht to repurchase shares in the first half of 2025, a move to bolster investor confidence as the Thai stock market faces its toughest year in recent memory

Central bank warns new legislation must guard against illicit finance and protect domestic stability, as controversial bill heads to parliament

Cabinet approves scrutinised financial hub bill, aiming to attract foreign financial firms and boost tax revenue, skilled workers, and infrastructure development.

Pichai fails to raise the issue of the new Bank of Thailand governor during the weekly Cabinet meeting.

Pichai submits nomination for new Bank of Thailand governor; Cabinet to decide Tuesday between Vitai and Roong.

The selection committee for the next governor of the Bank of Thailand (BOT) has shortlisted two final candidates and submitted their names to Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira.

The investment bank is increasing its weighting in South Korean and Taiwanese equities, focusing on technology, while a Thai brokerage warns of domestic headwinds and advises diversifying investments abroad.

ThaiBMA cuts 2025 bond issuance target to 800bn baht amid Trump tariff uncertainty, market volatility, and major issuers shifting to bank loans.

As Thailand's economy struggles for direction, the appointment of the Bank of Thailand's next governor has become a defining test of institutional independence versus political pressure

Revised "You Fight, We Help" scheme now includes borrowers just one day in arrears and raises settlement caps, targeting over 300 billion baht in outstanding loans

From today, Thais can use their electricity and water payment histories via the "Tang Rath" app to support loan applications, particularly benefiting those with irregular incomes

The incoming Bank of Thailand Governor is expected to collaborate closely with the government to address the currency's 'abnormally strong' performance

Leading candidate's vision for economic reform and political acumen emerge as key factors in high-stakes selection

Committee votes 6-1 to maintain accommodative stance amid export headwinds and US tariff risks

GSB president Vitai Ratanakorn is favoured to become the next Bank of Thailand governor, thanks to his household debt policies and fiscal coordination vision.