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Red Bull heir still at large 10 years on
AFP, Published on 03/09/2022
» A crashed Ferrari, a dead policeman and a fugitive heir to a multibillion-dollar fortune -- a decade on, Thailand is no closer to resolving one of its most notorious hit-and-run cases.
Gulf Energy to seal crypto JV with Binance in Q2
Published on 04/02/2022
» Power producer Gulf Energy Development Plc expects to finalise a joint venture with the world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, in the second quarter this year, a senior executive told Reuters in an interview.
Big changes in store after landmark deal
Business, Published on 16/03/2020
» From every-corner convenience stores and agricultural seeds to invisible wireless networks and a planned high-speed train, the business empire of Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group seems to extend beyond the sky's limit, with no holds barred for its amplifying size.
CP chief discusses automation
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 13/08/2019
» Adopting sophisticated technologies to drive operations is high on Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group's agenda, as one of Thailand's largest conglomerates works to enlarge its footprint during the fourth industrial revolution, says chief executive Suphachai Chearavanont.
Ronaldo is more than a footballer, he's a multi-national business
AFP, Published on 06/10/2018
» PARIS: With huge revenues, a colossal audience on social media, sponsors queuing up, and his brand on products from hotels to underwear, Cristiano Ronaldo has long been more than just a football player.
Out of the jungle
Business, Published on 07/07/2018
» The man sits stoically drinking clear soup, a dish he has had for breakfast and lunch every single day for the last decade, as the rest of the group partakes in generous portions of pork, chicken and rice. Sathien Setthasit, founder of Carabao Group, says he has not eaten rice since he went into the jungle to protest the government after the revolts of the 1970s.
Rich gain most from rising tide
Business, Published on 04/05/2018
» After a subdued spell, Thailand's economy is gathering momentum. With rising exports and a recovery in domestic demand, the World Bank has forecast that economic growth will exceed 4% in 2018 for the first time since 2012.
Hang Seng rise makes Hong Kong's richest even richer
Asia focus, Published on 22/01/2018
» The collective wealth of Hong Kong's 50 richest people has soared by a record US$60 billion to $307 billion, led by Li Ka-shing for the 20th consecutive year. The real estate tycoon added $5.7 billion to his wealth, raising his total fortune to $36 billion, Forbes magazine reported last week.
Red Bull clan debuts on Forbes rich list
Business, Published on 16/11/2017
» The Yoovidhya family, the maker and marketer of Krating Daeng and gold Red Bull energy drinks in Asia, has made the 2017 Forbes list of Asia's richest families, trailing two other notable Thai clans: the Chearavanonts and the Chirathivats.
Great expectations
Asia focus, Anchalee Kongrut, Published on 02/10/2017
» Joanne Kua, the young chief executive officer of KSK Group Berhad, is typical of the next generation of family business leaders. After pursuing a successful career beyond her native Malaysia, she has returned home determined to leave her mark, yet is aware of the need to prove herself.