Thai factory output unexpectedly dips in February, could rise in MarchAn Israeli artillery unit fires towards Lebanon amid escalating hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, on Thursday. Geopolitical uncertainties have pushed up logistic and energy costs, and the impact will be felt more in the ​coming months, Mr Supakit said. The ​government ⁠is planning an oil tax cut, along with other support measures, to mitigate the ⁠impact of rising oil prices. Mr Supakit said the ministry will review its 2026 ⁠output index forecast in May. The central bank unexpectedly cut its key interest rate last month to support Southeast Asia's second-largest economy, ‌which grew 2.4% ⁠last year, lagging regional peers.

Source: Bangkok Post March 27, 2026 06:51 UTC