Journal Name : Money & Banking Magazine

Year : 45                                                                                                   Issue : 534

Month : October                                                                                     B.E. : 2026

Abstract

          Presenting content about Insight INTELLIGENCE Bringing Thai culinary and artisanal heritage to the global stage at the 2026 IMF-WBG Annual Meetings. WORLD EXCLUSIVE Will AI destroy humanity? A $4 trillion global gamble amid urgent warnings. 2026 Midterm Elections: The battle for the U.S. Congress and its stakes for the global economy. BANKING The Bank of Thailand joins forces with 11 financial industry associations to elevate standards against illicit transactions. INSURANCE Viriyah Insurance launches a supplementary plan to cover hospital room costs, addressing coverage shortfalls. TECHNOLOGY KBTG unveils the "Human of Tomorrow" trend leveraging human values alongside AI to drive business outcomes. SPECIAL REPORT Thailand hosts the 2026 IMF-WBG Annual Meetings the second time in 35 years under the theme "Thailand's New Horizons: Empowering People, Building Resilience." GREEN Biodiversity the next frontier for the Thai capital market’s sustainability journey. AI INSIGHT iOS 27 revolutionizes the user experience with an AI that intuitively understands the entire system. WORLD NEWS Vietnam ascends to "Emerging Market" status, opening doors to global capital; meanwhile, global debt surpasses $365 trillion, leaving governments at risk of falling into a debt trap. ASIA REPORT How AI is reshaping the fundamental structure of Asian economies.: From the stagflation of the 1970s to the wartime era of 2026 why do stocks PERSONAL FINANCE FUND FOCUS continue to rise even when oil prices soar? SPECIAL INTERVIEW Songpol Chevapanyaroj, President of the Government Savings Bank (GSB), discusses the bank’s evolution into a "Smart Social Bank for All Lives" an institution dedicated to supporting the people. Across every stage of life guided by the concept "From Birth to Legacy" we aim to enhance the quality of life for all segments of the population. This special feature explores the PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation) and its implications for the future of recycled plastics in Thailand, examining how environmental regulations can be transformed into business opportunities. In our Health & Wellness column, we discuss "prehab" (prehabilitation) before surgery turning the "waiting period" into an investment for a better recovery. Our Economic Reports cover the nation’s status, with Fitch upgrading Thailand’s outlook from negative to stable. Regarding the banking sector, deposits continue to grow, and large corporate loans are showing signs of recovery. In the bond market, yields have seen a significant increase.