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New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion
Inflation in steady rise for 15 consecutive months
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Inflation in steady rise for 15 consecutive months
12 Sept 02:08Key points summarised by AI
Inflation has consistently risen for 15 consecutive months, averaging 1.14% for the first nine months of the year.
The increase is primarily attributed to rising prices in non-food and non-alcoholic drinks, with the Commerce Ministry projecting a full-year inflation rate between 0.80% and 1.6%.
New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion
20 Oct 11:38Key points summarised by AI
The Cabinet approved a new Bt50-billion 'A House for Each PLUS' home loan scheme from the Government Housing Bank, offering up to Bt3 million with 40-year repayment terms for low- and middle-income earners.
This initiative aims to significantly boost the property sector and national economy, projecting to generate Bt125 billion in economic activity and create jobs.