Thailand export and import price indices rise in September

Thailand’s export and import price indices both saw continuous growth in September 2026 compared to the same month of the previous year, according to the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO).

The export price index rose by 3.6 percent year-on-year to 115.4. Key drivers included a 47.4 percent surge in minerals and fuels due to supply concerns in the Middle East, and a 9.2 percent increase in agricultural products like cassava, rubber, and rice caused by volatile weather and production constraints. Industrial goods also rose by 1.8 percent, driven by high semiconductor costs and rising demand for AI-related technology, including computers and electronic circuits.

The import price index grew by 12.3 percent year-on-year to 130.7. This expansion was primarily fueled by geopolitical risks and supply concerns in the Middle East, which pushed energy prices higher.