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.
Foreign Investment in Thailand Reaches 57 Billion Baht in First 4 Months
Foreign Investment in Thailand Reaches 57 Billion Baht in First 4 Months. Japan Leads, EEC Attracts 31 Billion Baht
In the first four months of 2025, Thailand continued to be a popular place for foreign investors. A total of 363 foreign companies received permission to do business in the country, with investments adding up to 57.86 billion baht. This is an increase of 110 companies (or 43%) and 2.9 billion baht (about 5%) compared to the same time last year. The data reflects growing foreign investor confidence in Thailand’s economic potential and business opportunities.
