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Trump tantrums keep traders on edge, SET dips
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 06/02/2017
» Recap: World stock markets retreated as investors shied away from riskier assets over renewed concerns about US President Donald Trump's controversial ban on refugees and travellers from seven Muslim-majority countries and protectionist rhetoric that fanned fears of a global trade war. Buying ahead of corporate earnings releases and hopes for dividend payments cushioned the Thai stock market against a steep fall.
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Skilled workforce and strong R&D keys to Thailand 4.0 success
Business, Published on 06/02/2017
» Several of the government's recent economic initiatives have the potential to kick-start Thailand's economy. To achieve the economic transformation to which the government aspires, having a skilled workforce and many more strategic investments in research and development (R&D) will be important.
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With trade weak, East Asia counts on consumption and investment
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 06/02/2017
» Despite the looming possibility of a trade war, economic growth is projected to improve in East Asian countries this year, propelled by two domestic engines of private consumption and public investment, economists say.
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Thai organic foods have healthy growth potential
Asia focus, Published on 06/02/2017
» As Thailand considers how to help its agricultural sector create better livelihoods for farmers and opportunities for businesses, organic food deserves serious attention. The world's appetite for organically grown foods has become too big to be ignored, worth an estimated $80 billion in 2014, according to the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL). The biggest markets are Europe and the United States.
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KTAM urges pickiness
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 06/02/2017
» Investors should adopt a selective approach for investment in equities this year as the upside gain is capped, says the head of Krungthai Asset Management (KTAM).
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B/E issuers should ready cash as confidence dips
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 06/02/2017
» Unrated bill of exchange (B/E) issuers should prepare cash for redeeming the orders because of a lack of investor confidence, says a source at a securities company.
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Ducati feels the heat from fierce big-bike competition
Business, Piyachart Maikaew, Published on 06/02/2017
» Ducatisti Co, the authorised importer and distributor of Italy's Ducati motorcycles, expects slower sales growth this year, citing increased competition in Thailand's big-bike market.
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KTB targets higher loan coverage ratio
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 06/02/2017
» Krungthai Bank (KTB), the country's second largest lender by assets, aims to set aside higher loan impairment charges this year to raise its coverage ratio to be on par with other large banks.
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Movenpick doubles portfolio
Business, Nanat Suchiva, Published on 06/02/2017
» Movenpick Hotels & Resorts, a leading Swiss hospitality chain, will double its hotels in Thailand through opening five new hotels and one serviced apartment by 2018.
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RCEP members ramp up talks as TPP flops
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 06/02/2017
» Shortly after the US withdrawal from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), senior officials of the 16-member Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) have vowed to step up talks, pledging to conclude modalities for trade in goods liberalisation by the middle of this year.
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