PORNPROM SATRABHAYAConsumer prices, which gauge the country's inflation rate, rose for a 13th straight month in April, albeit at a slower pace, boosted largely by higher oil and finished food prices. On a monthly basis, consumer prices rose 0.16% from March on higher costs for food, transport, communications, education and housing. She said an increase in the fuel tariff (Ft) rate for May to August is expected to marginally affect the domestic inflation rate. Gas prices rose by 9.35 baht per million British thermal units (BTUs), or 4% from the previous January-April period, to 244.6 baht per BTU. The ERC has approved an Ft rate rise of 12.5 satang per kilowatt-hour for May to August.

Source: Bangkok Post May 01, 2017 23:26 UTC