Economy is slowing down

Government officials are downplaying the severity as minor. I've been noticing the downturn for most of the past year.

When jobs are becoming scarce locals tend to pull out their carts and tents and set up a streetside restaurant.  Lately they've been popping up with increasing numbers.

They are less expensive and are taking away some regular restaurant business

Some headlines dare to say Recession in places I'd say it's nationwide
สกลนคร Sakon N Phuket's economy is entering a period of recession - PSU report | The Thaigerakhon