High Interest Rates: A New Signal for the Global Economy in 2025
In 2025, the global economy is facing a high interest rate environment, especially in major economies such as the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom, with no immediate signs of rate cuts despite easing inflationary pressures. This trend has become a clear indicator of the global economic direction this year.
Keep an Eye on Falling Inflation: Annual Target Now Only 1%
The Office of Trade Policy and Strategy (TPSO) has released Thailand’s latest general inflation data for May 2025, showing a year-on-year decrease of 0.57%. As a result, the Ministry of Commerce has revised its annual inflation forecast downward to a range of 0.0–1.0%. This marks the lowest inflation rate in ASEAN and the 7th lowest globally among 133 reported economies.
Highlights from the ACU PAY Booth at Bangkok Drugstore — Deals You Don’t Want to Miss!
From May 8–27, 2025, ACU PAY E-Wallet hosted a special promotional campaign in collaboration with Bangkok Drugstore, setting up engaging activity booths at 11 different branches. These included Pattanakarn 38, Pattanakarn 61, Ladprao 101, Ladprao 80 Soi 22, Liab Khlong Song, Chan Road, Lat Pla Khao 63, Ngamwongwan 47, Prasert-Manukitch 44, Suanplu Market, and Ram Inthra 40.
