The Department of Internal Trade has not yet approved price increases for products, despite manufacturers requesting adjustments due to higher oil and steel costs.

Key summary

Today (October 30, 2026), Mr. Watchasak Sue-iam, Director-General of the Department of Internal Trade, stated that some manufacturers, such as canned fish producers, have requested price adjustments due to increased costs of tin-coated steel sheets and transportation expenses resulting from higher global oil prices. However, the Department has not approved any price increases, as consumer purchasing power remains weak. Regarding the issue of food hoarding, Thailand does not have this problem because it is a major production source. The public should continue with their normal lives. In general, prices of many goods in the market have been reduced, such as Chinese water spinach, which has decreased from 16 baht to 12 baht, and Napa cabbage, which has decreased from 14 baht.