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The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) expects the new mid-year power tariff, which is used to calculate electricity bills, to not exceed 5 baht per kilowatt-hour (unit) following a drop in liquefied national gas (LNG) prices.

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FTI sees car exports reaching 1.05m goal

The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) expects the semiconductor shortage to ease and for pickup sales to help Thailand's automotive production for export to reach a target of 1.05 million units this year.

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FTI frets over China

The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) is gripped with a fresh worry over the influx of inexpensive Chinese goods following China's reopening, though Beijing's policy is good for the tourism sector.

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Steps needed to utilise China

Entrepreneurs are urging the government to launch new measures to develop logistics and equip them with better capabilities to compete with foreign rivals following the reopening of China, according to the latest survey by the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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Pricey power bills dent Thai allure

Foreign investment in Thailand may decline in the long term if the government fails to tackle expensive power bills, making the nation less competitive than its neighbours, warns the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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Car production set to rise by 3.53% this year

The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) expects domestic car manufacturing to increase by 3.53% to 1.95 million units this year, following an expansion of car exports in 2022.

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Beijing easing to foster Thai growth in 2023

The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) expects Thailand's economic recovery to hit the fast track next year, driven by higher tourism revenue and exports following China's decision to reopen its borders from Jan 8.

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Car production up by 15% in November

Thailand's car production increased by 15% year-on-year to 190,155 units in November, the highest in 44 months, as the semiconductor shortage continued to ease, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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Asian shares fall amid tougher rate talk

RECAP: Asian shares declined yesterday, as continued interest rate hikes and a steadfast hawkish stance by major central banks fuelled global recession worries and sapped risk sentiment, driving US and European markets down.

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Business sector warns prices will rise if cost of electricity goes up

The Federation of Thai Industries has warned that product prices will rise if the government approves a planned electricity price hike from next month.

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BCG development seen as route to avoid non-tariff barriers

Bio-, circular and green (BCG) economic development can help the country avoid non-tariff barriers as well as become a key tool in cutting carbon emissions, following the government's pledge to promote BCG projects during the Apec summit, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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Call for stimulus as slowdown looms

The Thai economy, which is struggling to recover from the impact of the pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war, likely faces a new slowdown as a global recession is expected next year, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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Call for tax cut to help flood-hit businesses

Company executives want the government to help flood-hit entrepreneurs with a corporate income tax reduction, according to a Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) survey of its members.

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Chip shortages put a dent in rising sales of motorcycles

The Thai economic recovery is expected to boost motorcycle sales in the domestic market, but manufacturers are still struggling to deal with ongoing semiconductor shortages, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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Sharp increase in domestic car sales

Domestic car sales in the first eight months this year increased by 19.6% year-on-year to 559,537 units as recovering tourism helped boost demand following the reopening of the country late last year, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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Domestic car sales soared in July

Car sales in Thailand jumped 22.1% in July from a year earlier to 64,033 units, helped by an easing of Covid-19 curbs and last year's low base, the Federation of Thai Industries said on Thursday.

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Steel prices drop amid demand dip

Global steel prices, which soared as a result of the Russia-Ukraine war, have declined following lower demand for steel in China and an increase in steel imports into Asia from Russia, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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A determination to work for fellow business people plays an important role in driving Kriengkrai Thiennukul's passion to work for the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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Manufacturers brace for policy rate hike

Manufacturers are bracing for a higher policy rate, expected to be approved by the Bank of Thailand, by further cutting their expenses and increasing working capital, according to the latest poll conducted by the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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Domestic car sales up in June

Domestic car sales increased 4.58% in June from a year earlier to 67,952 units, helped by an easing of Covid-19 curbs and increased tourism, the Federation of Thai Industries said on Monday.

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Industry cowers as baht dips again

The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has warned against further currency depreciation to 37 baht against the US dollar, claiming it would make life more miserable for businesses and households because of higher oil prices.

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Producers keep eye on sales amid rising costs

Higher energy prices have driven up production costs by 20%, but manufacturers managed to increase goods prices by less than 10% as they struggle to maintain sales volume, according to the latest poll conducted by the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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Car manufacturing for export slides 40% amid dip in orders

Thailand's car manufacturing for export from January to May decreased by 40% year-on-year to 72,527 units due to sluggish purchase orders, particularly from the European and US markets, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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Refiners deny profit tally

The Petroleum Refining Industry Club, a unit of the Federation of Thai Industries, has insisted the current gross refinery margin (GRM) is reasonable, rebutting an accusation that oil companies are overcharging customers for refined oil.

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Food crisis to hit nations in second half

A global food shortage is expected to intensify during the third and fourth quarters this year, with the scarcity likely to benefit Thai food exporters, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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