Pet food maker i-Tail targets innovation for revenue growth
Pet food maker i-Tail targets innovation for revenue growthMr Pahk said the company's innovation direction is anchored in "science-based nutrition designed to help pets live longer and healthier lives". The global pet nutraceutical market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 7.1% from 2026, reaching US$8.84 billion by 2031. In response, i-Tail plans to expand its innovation scope into supplements, nutraceutical products and personalised diets by 2030, moving beyond traditional pet food into targeted health solutions. ITC works closely with leading global pet food brands as a co-creator, participating from the early concept stage of product development. This is supported by Thai Union's broader innovation system, including the i-Cattery research facility, the Global PetCare Innovation Center and the Global Innovation Center.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 10, 2026 00:25 UTC
Funeral for a car forms artist's afterlife allegory
Caught in purgatory, the car remains physically intact yet fated to be dismantled. In this context, the car functions as an analogue for the human body; a form that retains traces of use and memory. Running until Feb 28, Act I began with "Forever Love" last Friday, a funeral for a car, where sound and performance served as guides for its passage. During this period, the car remains intact for one last fleeting moment. In this second phase, the car will be reduced to its constituent parts -- a decomposed mechanical body laid out like an excavated burial.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 10, 2026 00:16 UTC
'Anatomy Of Inheritance' reconstructs womanhood
An exhibition by Diana Sanchez explores female bodies as sites of contestation. Spanning paintings, sculptural objects and other media, "Anatomy Of Inheritance" delves into struggle upon female bodies. In this exhibition, female bodies are not only individual -- they are historical. Personal experience intertwines with the broader history. Like human bodies, fragile pieces of furniture are repositories of secrets.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 10, 2026 00:15 UTC
The art of persuasion
Following the Siamese Revolution, the country held its first general election and only indirect vote on Nov 15, 1933. Running throughout last week ahead of Sunday's general election, it charted the course of election posters and other media at key moments in politics. Photos: Thana BoonlertElection campaigns are the means by which political parties and candidates canvass for votes ahead of the poll. "Due to multiple constraints, election posters will wane," said Asst Prof Pitch Pongsawat, a political scientist at Chulalongkorn University. Asst Prof Pitch said limited access to voters in fenced homes and condominiums necessitated political parties to run online campaigns.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 10, 2026 00:15 UTC
Digital tech seen key under new government
He said the state agencies' goal is to move from a nation that builds buildings to a nation that builds systems. However, 70–80% of state agencies still need to shift from manual, paper-based work processes to digitalised ones. Network infrastructure remains the backbone of the digital state, facilitating seamless data transmission and inter-agency connectivity, while supporting critical database upgrades. This should boost state agencies' tech spending to enhance their e-services and apps. The state agencies continue to purchase physical servers, instead of using public cloud services, Mr Woraphop said.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 10, 2026 00:09 UTC
Pheu Thai loses all Chiang Mai seats in shock defeat
Pheu Thai loses all Chiang Mai seats in shock defeatPheu Thai's prime ministerial candidate Yodchanan Wongsawat campaigns for votes in Chiang Mai on Jan 30. Pheu Thai PartyThe Shinawatra family's stronghold crumbled in Sunday's election as the Pheu Thai Party lost all seats in its Chiang Mai heartland. Pheu Thai failed to retain a single seat in the province, losing all 10 constituencies. These results underscored the diminishing electoral influence of Pheu Thai in northern constituency races. Pheu Thai lost multiple seats in key provinces such as Khon Kaen and Roi Et.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 09, 2026 23:24 UTC
Thailand's major banks target modest loan growth in 2026
Thailand's major banks target modest loan growth in 2026Major domestic banks have set modest loan growth targets for 2026 in line with the slower pace of the Thai economy, while maintaining a selective approach to new lending. Kasikornbank (KBank) targets total loan growth of 0-2% in 2026, while SCB X expects low- to mid-single-digit growth. KBank's loan growth target for 2026 is set at 0-2% year-on-year, in line with the outlook for economic growth and ongoing uncertainties. Ms Duangdao said corporate lending would be another key driver of the bank's loan growth this year, with a target growth rate of 3-4%. Regarding the net profit of the six D-SIBs in 2025, Bangkok Bank posted 46 billion baht, Krungthai Bank 48.2 billion baht, KBank 49.5 billion baht, SCB X 47.4 billion baht, Krungsri 31.7 billion baht and ttb 20.6 billion baht.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 09, 2026 23:17 UTC
Economists outline most urgent tasks
Urgent priorities of the new government are to ease the cost-of-living burden on the public, find markets for SME products and push ahead with policies promised during the election campaign, economists say. According to Mr Kiatanantha, the most urgent task of the new administration is to support people affected by the economic slowdown. He added that another urgent policy priority is to assist small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that are facing liquidity problems. For example, one party could oversee a cluster of five key economic ministries, while another could take charge of three ministries related to quality-of-life issues. This would also make it easier for each coalition party to communicate its achievements to the public, such as being responsible for improving people's quality of life.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 09, 2026 23:17 UTC
Thai firms chase LNG deals as worldwide prices decline
Thai firms chase LNG deals as worldwide prices declineAn LNG receiving terminal in Map Ta Phut, Rayong. Thailand's leading energy companies are moving to lock in long-term liquefied natural gas (LNG) contracts as global prices are forecast to decline, in a bid to shield consumers from volatile electricity bills. Officials say the next few years will be critical as a surge in global LNG supply is expected to drive prices down. Gas remains a key fuel for Thailand's power generation, but domestic supply is shrinking. Long-term contracts, by contrast, offer predictable pricing and reduce exposure to sudden market swings.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 09, 2026 23:17 UTC
Strategy aims to restore appeal of SET
The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has rolled out an aggressive strategy to restore the appeal of Thai equities, as the market faces shrinking liquidity, intensifying regional competition and persistent concerns among both domestic and foreign investors. EASING LIQUIDITY STRAINSLiquidity in the Thai stock market has declined considerably from the historical average daily turnover of 50–60 billion baht. According to Mr Asadej, the Thai market is currently trading at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of around 14 times, down from 15–16 times in previous years. In a notable positive development, large Chinese companies, particularly Changan Automobile Group, have expressed interest in listing on the Thai stock exchange. Together, these elements are seen as critical to repositioning Thailand's stock market as a compelling investment destination in the region once again, he noted.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 09, 2026 23:08 UTC
Analysts raise SET outlook following Bhumjaithai victory
Analysts raise SET outlook following Bhumjaithai victoryBhumjaithai Party's landslide election victory could lead to a swift formation of the new government and policy continuity, prompting a post-election rally that saw analysts lifting their Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index estimates for 2026. Pichai Lertsupongkit, chief commercial officer at InnovestX Securities, said the poll results reflect a clearer political landscape following the election than analysts had earlier expected regarding the shape of the new government. The Bhumjaithai Party has already revealed names of key ministers, including finance, commerce and foreign affairs. Policy continuity is also likely on the cards for the new administration that is led by the current ruling party, Mr Pichai pointed out. Stock market analysts have consequently raised the SET index target, citing an improved political outlook.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 09, 2026 23:08 UTC
Hotel sector braces for challenging year
Hotel sector braces for challenging yearTourists take snaps alongside the Chao Phraya River. Surat Thani, driven mainly by Koh Samui, recorded an occupancy rate of 77.7%, down from 78.5%, while Bangkok slipped to fourth place at 76.4%, from 78.8%. Chanthaburi recorded an occupancy rate of 60.5%, down from 60.7%, while Ubon Ratchathani stood at 54.4%, down from 58.1%. Si Sa Ket posted an occupancy rate of 50.4%, down from 51.6%, while Trat declined to 51.3% from 52.6%. Mr Martinez said hotel performance in 2026 is expected to remain rate-led, with the average daily rate more defensible than occupancy.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 09, 2026 23:05 UTC
Association wants to expand co-pay
Association wants to expand co-payEateries offering a variety of different types of food on Bangkok's Banthat Thong Road. Thai Restaurant Association president Thaniwan Kulmongkol said the association is keen to see the reintroduction of the Khon La Khrueng schemeHowever, many association members operate medium-sized restaurants that exceed the scheme's income limits, making them ineligible for participation. As businesses earning 1.8 million baht or more a year are required to register for value-added tax (VAT), she proposed raising the VAT registration threshold from 1.8 million baht to 3 million baht annually. The association is calling on the government to promote Thai cuisine abroad by developing and selecting Thai food operators to participate in roadshows and overseas showcases. This initiative could extend to business-matching activities to help Thai food expand into fast food chains similar to those in Western countries.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 09, 2026 23:05 UTC
Private sector welcomes poll result
Nutthawat WichieanbutThe private sector is optimistic about the formation of the new government, anticipating stability and policy continuity. This would help ease concerns among the private sector and investors during the post-election transition. "Businesses expect to see clear policy direction and effective implementation," he said. Mr Dhanakorn said that with clarity on economic policies, especially in investment, trade and target industries, the private sector could make decisions aligned with the country's development direction. "They worked closely with the private sector in an unprecedented way, which has bolstered confidence," said Kriengkrai Thiennukul, chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 09, 2026 22:54 UTC
Online fraud rises, losses fall
Online fraud rises, losses fallThe Anti Cyber Scam Centre (ACSC) has reported a sharp rise in online fraud cases, with nearly 8,000 cases recorded nationwide in just one week, though the average loss per case has declined. Pol Lt Gen Jirabhop Bhuridej, assistant national police chief and deputy director of the Technology Crime Suppression Centre, on Monday revealed weekly statistics on online fraud cases recorded between Feb 1 and 7. During that period, a total of 7,845 cases were reported through the Thaipoliceonline system, with combined damages amounting to 428.3 million baht, or an average of 61.19 million baht per day. By volume, the most common form of fraud remained online product scams, accounting for as much as 69.2% of all cases. Authorities were able to halt suspicious transfers before the funds reached criminal accounts, protecting a total of 31 victims and preventing losses worth more than 5.3 million baht.
Source:Bangkok Post
February 09, 2026 22:44 UTC