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Making sense of Thai liquidity
Business, TMB Analytics, Published on 01/07/2016
» Given its vague definition, "liquidity" in the economic context is often used loosely by analysts and commentators. In our last article, we offered some clarity by proposing the concept of Gross Domestic Liquidity (GDL). Today we will discuss some of its implications.
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Don't overlook the 'trivial component' in GDP calculation
Business, TMB Analytics, Published on 08/01/2016
» Anyone who has taken Economics 101 will be familiar with the equation Y=C+I+G+X-M. Simply put, gross domestic product (Y) is a combination of consumption plus investment, government spending and exports, minus imports.
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The conundrum of low Thai inflation
Business, TMB Analytics, Published on 07/07/2017
» Subdued inflation in recent years might raise concern about the health of the Thai economy in general. In the past three years, inflation in Thailand has been almost the lowest among Asean countries. A casual observer might blame this on the tepid economy, leading to weak demand that has subsequently reduced price pressure.
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What's behind the strong baht: myth vs fact
Business, TMB Analytics, Published on 01/09/2017
» The number 8 is typically viewed as lucky in Chinese culture. Right now, however, 8 is a hideous number for many Thai exporters, since that is how much the baht has appreciated in percentage terms since the Year of the Rooster began.
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The importance of picking the right offer to refinance your mortgage
Business, TMB Analytics, Published on 08/06/2017
» Owning a home is at the top of life's bucket list for almost every Thai household. Given their high value, most purchases are financed through mortgage loans. According to the National Statistical Office, mortgages account for 50% of Thai household debt.
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Reviving Thailand's automotive industry: beyond across-the-board tax incentives
Business, TMB Analytics, Published on 07/04/2017
» Given its ambition to be the Detroit of Asia, Thailand has long sought to assert its comparative advantage in the regional automotive industry. The first-car buyer programme in 2012-13 was one example of a major catalyst that induced a heady state of exuberance, albeit temporary, in the industry. Lured by tax rebates of up to 100,000 baht, about 1.25 million people signed up. Car sales reached a record 1.44 million units in 2013, compared with average yearly sales of around 800,000.
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New types of collateral ease financial constraints on small business
Business, TMB Analytics, Published on 06/01/2017
» Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have long been the backbone of Thailand's economy. According to official data from 2015, the country had 2.7 million SMEs valued at about 5.5 trillion baht or 40% of GDP, creating 10.7 million jobs or 80% of all employment.
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Leveraging bank networks to improve financial literacy
Business, TMB Analytics, Published on 02/12/2016
» Financial literacy is a key element on the national agenda. Experiences from developed countries such as Germany and South Korea show that improving financial literacy will uplift the financial well-being of the people and the welfare of the economy.
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How do MLR changes affect policy rates?
Business, TMB Analytics, Published on 06/05/2016
» Yes, you read that headline right. This article is focused on the impact of changes made by commercial banks to their minimum lending rates (MLR) on the policy rate decisions of the Bank of Thailand.
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It takes time before sentiment can create an impact
Business, TMB Analytics, Published on 04/03/2016
» The government has been aggressively driving the Thai economy, notably through public investment, which rose 30% last year compared with 2014. How big was that? Well, the average growth rate for public investment between 2010 and 2014 was -1.8%.
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