Vietnam

Thailand’s economy grew by 1.9% in 2Q26, a significant slowdown from 1Q26’s expansion of 2.8%, according to reports by the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC). This is the weakest growth in three consecutive quarters, and there is an underlying story here.   Key Point   Thailand’s 2Q Tells an Uneven ...

The World Bank has upgraded two Southeast Asian countries to upper-middle-income status, marking a significant shift for Vietnam and the Philippines as they join Thailand in the reclassified economic ranks.   Following consistent years of economic expansion, continued investment, and GDP growth, the two countries have been recognized by ...