At Fat Tiger Think Tank, we bridge research with real-world execution, ensuring businesses, governments, and policymakers have the data, analysis, and strategic frameworks they need to thrive in an evolving global economy.
Enhancing Credit Ratings to Build Confidence in the Thai Bond Market
Bonds serve as vital financing instruments for both public and private sectors. With such significant values at stake, investment decision tools become crucial, particularly Credit Ratings issued by Credit Rating Agencies (CRAs).
Indonesia, Australia, and India: Overcoming barriers to trilateral partnership
Indonesia, Australia, and India—three influential middle powers in the Indo-Pacific—are increasingly drawn together by shared interests amid shifting regional dynamics, declining confidence in US leadership, and concerns over China’s assertiveness.
Unlocking Indonesia’s Economic Potential Through OECD Accession
Indonesia’s accession to the OECD is projected to deliver substantial economic benefits, including increased GDP growth, stronger investment inflows—estimated at USD 87.7 billion in 2028—and improved investor confidence through alignment with international standards.
Navigating US-China Technology Competition: An Indonesia Perspective
As Indonesia's two most important economic and technological partners, the United States and China’s growing competition threatens to disrupt Indonesia’s trade, investment flows, market access, and cybersecurity landscape.
The future of Indonesia’s green industrial policy
Indonesia’s green industrial policy—centered on domestic processing of critical minerals and development of an electric vehicle (EV) industry—has positioned the country as a global leader in nickel production and a key player in EV supply chains.
Fit-for-Purpose Digital Platform Regulations: Navigating Thailand’s Economic Future
Thailand is at a pivotal point in shaping its digital economy and must adopt adaptive, fit-for-purpose regulations to ensure sustainable growth amid rapid technological change, particularly the rise of AI.
Indonesia’s Food Estate in Context: Bridging Past, Present and Future for National Food Security
Indonesia’s food estate program—initiated in 1995 and continued under successive administrations—aims to enhance national food security through large-scale agricultural expansion.
Building Thailand’s Beveridge Curve: New Insights of Thailand’s Labour Markets with Internet Job Platforms
This pioneering study highlights the value of plotting the relationship between job vacancies and unemployment to better understand market tightness and matching efficiency.
Quarterly Economic Insights
Indonesia entered the second quarter of 2025 with signs of macroeconomic stabilization, including cooled inflation at 1.60% and a narrowed current account deficit of 0.1% of GDP.
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Fat Tiger Think Tank is a dedicated research and advisory hub that drives strategic insights for businesses expanding into Southeast Asia.
Our think tank delivers cutting-edge market analysis, policy insights, and industry-specific research tailored to help companies navigate Thailand's evolving economy and other high-growth ASEAN markets.
📌 Geopolitical & Economic Research
Providing deep analysis on ASEAN and global economic trends to help businesses navigate regulatory landscapes, investment climates, and emerging opportunities.
📌 Industry Reports & Whitepapers
Data-driven insights into key industries—including technology, sustainability, infrastructure, and international trade.
📌 Market Entry & Business Intelligence
Through our Internationalisation Series and Trade Expos, we equip businesses with the insights, networks, and strategic roadmaps needed for cross-border success.