Thailand Faces Record Trade Deficit in 2026 Amid AI Boom and Speculative Imports
Thailand's trade balance recorded a historic deficit in April 2026, despite strong exports of AI-related electronics. This is primarily attributed to speculative gold imports and substantial semiconductor component purchases, with questions arising about their limited contribution to future export growth.
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