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Shaky ground for economy, but don't tell Thai consumers
Business, William Hicks, Published on 09/03/2019
» Despite a global economic slowdown and a possible looming recession, consumer confidence remains high in Thailand, according to research by Nielsen.
The new gold
Guru, Eric E Surbano, Published on 21/06/2019
» Ah, Bangkok -- the city of traffic, dangerous sidewalks, delicious street food, scammy taxi drivers and jumping-on-the-bandwagoners. Bangkokians love getting on the latest trend and craze, so when the salted egg phenomenon hit, it was only a matter of time before we were swimming with all things kai khem. Lo and behold, we are now living in the age of the salted egg. Everywhere you look, there seems to be a special salted egg dish or snack that you can try. If you're feeling overwhelmed, I get you. If you're wondering how the heck salted egg is a thing, I get you, too. I wasn't entirely sure myself. But in the spirit of top-notch investigative journalism that we are known for at Guru (wot?!), I decided to embark on a salty journey. For the sake of you, dear readers, and so that you don't have to gorge yourselves on everything salted egg, we present salted egg delicacies the city has to offer, with the real question answered: Yay, Nay or Meh.
CJ Express weighs B18-billion IPO
Published on 01/12/2022
» CJ Express Group Co, the retail chain founded by the energy drink tycoon Sathien Setthasit, is considering an initial public offering to raise at least 18 billion baht, according to people familiar with the matter.
CP All eyes 700 7-Eleven openings despite lockdown curbs
Business, Pitsinee Jitpleecheep, Published on 20/08/2021
» CP All Plc, the operator of 7-Eleven convenience stores, remains committed to adding around 700 new stores this year with projected capital expenditure of 11.5-12 billion baht, despite the ongoing negative impacts of pandemic restrictions.
Banking agents pegged to lift finance access
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 22/02/2018
» Banking agents will increase consumer access to financial services by 34%, with more than 200,000 of them potentially setting up shop nationwide, says the central bank's think tank.
CIMBT closes 2 sub-branches at 7-Eleven
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 13/01/2020
» CIMB Thai Bank (CIMBT) has shuttered two sub-branches in 7-Eleven convenience stores because of tepid transactions amid an upsurge in digital banking.
Arson, bomb attacks at 17 spots in South
Abdullah Benjakat, Published on 17/08/2022
» Insurgents launched coordinated bomb and arson attacks on convenience stores and petrol stations at 17 places in three southern border provinces, causing considerable damage.
Retailers set Jan 1 plastic ban
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 04/12/2019
» The Thai Retailers Association and 75 member stores across 24,500 retail distribution channels plan to ban the use of plastic bags under the "Everyday Say No to Plastic Bags" campaign from Jan 1, 2020.
Ministry touts New Year sale
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 18/12/2024
» The Commerce Ministry is launching the New Year Mega Sale 2025, offering discounts of up to 80% on more than 40,000 products and services from over 300 different vendors, including manufacturers, department stores, convenience stores and online marketplaces.
FamilyMart turns to celebrity
Business, Published on 05/12/2020
» FamilyMart is set to jump-start its branding in Thailand with a new TV campaign starring celebrity couple Mark-Prin Suparat and Kimberly Anne Woltemas.