Loan growth at Thailand's large banks picked up in the first half of 2026, driven mainly by corporate lending, while borrowing from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) remained weak.
Somruedi Banchongduang is a Senior Reporter at Bangkok Post. She specializes in the banking and finance sectors, covering themes such as capital markets, economic policy, and personal finance, with a focus on both local and regional economies. Somruedi's work has been featured in various prominent publications, highlighting her expertise in financial services and emerging markets.












