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Middle East Conflict Disrupts Global Energy Markets: Prolonged High Natural Gas Prices to Keep Electricity Costs Elevate…

Middle East Conflict Disrupts Global Energy Markets: Prolonged High Natural Gas Prices to Keep Electricity Costs Elevate…

The Middle East conflict has sharply increased LNG prices due to supply disruptions, affecting electricity costs in Thailand. Restoration of damaged infrastructure may take 3-5 years, keeping prices elevated, while households and businesses must adapt to rising tariffs through energy efficiency and renewable sources.

Bank of America Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bank of America reported its…

Ping An Bank Upgraded to AAA in MSCI ESG Ratings, Ranking Among the Leading Global Banks

HONG KONG and SHANGHAI, April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ping An Insurance…

Noah Holdings and ARK Wealth Management Win Top Honors from Asian Private Banker and Euromoney, Highlighting Expertise in Connecting Chinese Wealth to Global Markets

HONG KONG, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Noah Holdings Limited ("Noah" or the…
Ardingly College Vietnam (ACVN) Partners with Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank (VPBank) to Launch "World Ready" Financial-Education Solution

Ardingly College Vietnam (ACVN) Partners with Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank (VPBank) to Launch "World Ready" Financial-Education Solution

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, April 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ardingly College…
Outlook quarter 1/2026

Outlook quarter 1/2026

SCB EIC has lowered Thailand’s 2026 economic growth forecast to 1.4% due to the Middle East conflict impacting energy prices. Inflation is expected to rise significantly, affecting consumption, tourism, and business investment, while risks of deficits grow amid economic uncertainty.
SOCO Group Showcases New ICEBANK™ Series Gel Ice Packs at ISTA Forum USA, Revolutionizing Sustainable Cold Chain Logistics Solutions

SOCO Group Showcases New ICEBANK™ Series Gel Ice Packs at ISTA Forum USA, Revolutionizing Sustainable Cold Chain Logistics Solutions

The third-time exhibitor presents advanced ice gel pack products for the food…
Exports in February 2026 slowed, while imports accelerated to the highest level in 50 months; monitoring the impacts of …

Exports in February 2026 slowed, while imports accelerated to the highest level in 50 months; monitoring the impacts of …

In February 2026, Thai exports grew 9.9% YoY to USD 29.4 billion, driven by electronics but down from 24.4% the previous month. Imports surged 31.8% YoY, reaching a 50-month high. The trade balance recorded a deficit of USD 2.8 billion.