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Deputy PM Phichai Chunhavajira assured investors of Thailand’s market stability amid global tensions. To curb volatility, SET introduced temporary measures: reducing price limits to ±15% and intraday movement to ±5%. Effective until June 27, these steps aim to maintain orderly trading and protect investor confidence during uncertain geopolitical conditions.
The SLF Expo, themed “Creating Opportunities, Building the Future,” will be held on July 3 at PIM Convention Hall. The event offers free career guidance, loan consultations, reskill sessions, and job opportunities. Over 20 institutes and top employers will participate. Admission is free. More info at www.studentloan.or.th.
Chinese EV maker Neta Auto has paused Thai production amid a subsidy controversy and financial troubles. Despite receiving 400M baht in subsidies, the company failed to meet local EV output requirements. Dealers allege deceit and losses over 200M baht, prompting government scrutiny and a freeze on further payments.
Thailand has granted a five-year capital gains tax exemption on crypto sales through licensed platforms from 2025–2029. Aimed at boosting its status as a digital finance hub, the move aligns with SEC regulations and FATF policies, encouraging innovation and crypto-based fundraising while projecting over 1 billion baht in revenue gains.
Airports of Thailand (AOT) faces Asia’s worst stock drop among major airport firms in 2025. A sharp decline in Chinese tourists—sparked by kidnapping concerns—has slashed revenue and wiped out $14.2 billion in market value. With no CEO in place, shrinking duty-free sales deepen the crisis.
