Thai household spending rises as fuel and travel costs bite
Housing costs ease slightly Housing was the second-largest expense at 5,117 baht a month, down 17 baht…
High debt and rapid ageing increase Thailand’s Japanification risk
Major structural problems Nond Prueksiri, senior economist at Siam Commercial Bank’s Economic Intelligence Centre (SCB EIC), described Thailand’s…
South Korea’s central bank hikes rate for 1st time since 2023 to curb inflation, debt
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s central bank on Thursday raised its key interest rate for the…
The economy is strong yet consumer sentiment is rock bottom
If you spent your time on the websites of the Bureau of Statistics, the Reserve Bank (RBA) and…
Finance expert Ramit Sethi says the right mindset and two basic skills can help couples build a rich life
Managing the day-to-day cash flow and planning for the long term are two of the most powerful levers…
Americans carrying record $18.8T in debt; analyst says most is ‘good’ but warns of the bad
(TNND) — Americans’ household debt continued its steady climb to hit a record $18.8 trillion, according to the…
Thais face cash strain amid high debt, Bloomberg analyst warns
Bangkok Bank stands out for its corporate-heavy loan portfolio, which accounts for roughly 49% of total lending, alongside…
Thailand, branded the “sick man of Asia”: how much hope can a new government deliver? – Nation Thailand
Thailand, branded the “sick man of Asia”: how much hope can a new government deliver? Nation ThailandThai business group…
China’s consumer spending push faces major challenge – debt-averse households
Chinese households have accelerated deleveraging – cutting debt relative to gross domestic product – at the fastest pace…
NESDC flags four major risk signals for Thailand’s 2026 economy
2. Slowing global economy and global trade NESDC warns of several uncertainties: (1) Prolonged global trade tensions…
3 Key Signs You’re Better With Your Money Than You Think, According to a Ramsey Expert
Many people underestimate how well they’re actually handling their money. Even small habits, like consistently paying off your…
Online gambling in SA reaching ‘crisis levels’
The National Gambling Board revealed recently that gross gambling revenue hit nearly R60 billion last year with online…