Asia·Aug 1, 2026
Thailand Posts $3.5 Billion Current Account Deficit as Imports Surge
Strong export growth failed to offset a 48.9% jump in imports during June, while domestic consumption showed modest gains
By Priyanka V. Rao · 3 min ·
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Strong export growth failed to offset a 48.9% jump in imports during June, while domestic consumption showed modest gains

Central bank data shows headline and core inflation both moderated in June, driven by lower fuel costs and softer global commodity pressures
The country's economic outlook remains positive despite monthly moderation, with stable domestic demand cushioning global headwinds

New minimum wage hike sparks clash over productivity data, with economists warning of structural challenges while labor advocates cite stagnant real wages