Three Major Food Delivery Platforms Reduce Commission Fees for Six Months
Three leading food delivery platforms have agreed to lower their gross profit (GP) commission rates for six months following discussions with government officials, aiming to support small businesses.
According to a report by Matichon Online, three major food delivery platforms have committed to reducing their gross profit (GP) commission fees for a period of six months. This initiative follows discussions led by Supajee Suthumpun, aimed at alleviating the financial burden on small-scale operators within the food and beverage sector.
Industry analysts estimate that this reduction will benefit approximately 1.2 million small merchants across Thailand, potentially lowering their operational costs by a combined total of 1.93 billion baht. For residents and frequent visitors, this move is intended to help stabilize food prices and support the sustainability of local eateries that rely on these digital platforms for delivery services.
While the platforms have agreed to the temporary fee reduction, specific details regarding the exact percentage of the GP cut and the implementation timeline for each individual platform remain to be confirmed. Furthermore, it is not yet clear how this policy will impact the delivery fees charged to end-consumers or if there will be additional support measures introduced once the six-month period concludes. Stakeholders are advised to monitor official announcements from the respective platforms for updates on how these changes will be applied to their specific services.
