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Ambiguous growth drivers cloud outlook
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 19/02/2021
» Thailand's economic outlook in the post-Covid-19 period remains vague because of ambiguous growth drivers, with tourism's contribution to GDP unlikely to reach 30% as planned, says a veteran economist.
Krungsri remains wary with buffers
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 04/02/2021
» Bank of Ayudhya, branded as Krungsri, plans to continue setting aside loan provisions this year, albeit at a lower rate, to cushion against economic uncertainties.
Fitch sees 'very dim' path for GDP growth
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 20/01/2021
» Despite several fundamental buffers to cushion against the crisis, Thailand's near-term growth prospects are "very dimmed" due to substantial losses stemming from the absence of foreign tourist arrivals, said Fitch Ratings.
Pandemic, e-commerce to influence headline inflation
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 13/01/2021
» Though domestic headline inflation is expected to return to the target band in mid-2021, upcoming inflation dynamics will be marred by changes in the global economic system from the pandemic and e-commerce business, says the Bank of Thailand.
Thai Union sees third-quarter profit rise by 50%
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 05/11/2020
» SET-listed Thai Union Group Plc (TU) saw its third-quarter net profit rising by 50% year-on-year, a quarterly record, due to strong sales growth and reduced losses in Red Lobster Seafood Co, the company's restaurant arm.
Fitch warns of steep path without tourists
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 08/10/2020
» Thailand's economy will face a daunting recovery trajectory if tourism does not improve, as economic growth is tied directly and indirectly to foreign tourist arrivals, says Fitch Ratings.
ASP: Slower growth and exports tether baht
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 09/06/2020
» The baht's appreciation is not expected to be as profound as last year's surge because a lower current account surplus is projected thanks to slower growth in exports and tourism, says Asia Plus Securities (ASP).
AEC clarifies shortfall with SEC
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 28/05/2020
» SET-listed AEC Securities has clarified its failure to maintain net capital as required by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), attributing the shortage to the calculation of its debenture holding.
Social commerce new key to survival
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 08/05/2020
» E-commerce is not an alternative, but a survival tactic for small businesses affected by the crisis, with social commerce accounting for 40% of total online transactions, says an e-commerce executive.
SET insists Polaris clarify shareholders' meeting
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 21/03/2020
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has demanded that listed developer Polaris Capital Plc (POLAR) clarify information after the Court of Appeals issued a temporary injunction to prohibit the registrar from registering the current board of directors.