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Heavy burden on young shoulders
Business, Published on 26/08/2024
» Paetongtarn Shinawatra's recent ascension to prime minister, following the Constitutional Court's dismissal of her predecessor Srettha Thavisin over ethics violations based on a cabinet appointment, and the dissolution of the progressive Move Forward Party, which won the last election, presents a complex interplay of economic, political and social challenges for the nation.
The yen strikes back
Business, Published on 24/08/2024
» The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, which measures volatility on the S&P 500 index, rose to an intra-day high of 66% on Aug 5.
Thai stocks finish best week since early 2021
Published on 23/08/2024
» Conviction is growing that one of the world’s worst-performing stock markets is due for a turnaround, as easing political uncertainty in Thailand and new proposals to spur the economy revive investor confidence.
BGRIM records 2.3% increase in profit in first half
Business, Published on 20/08/2024
» B.Grimm Power Plc (BGRIM) reported strong normalised net profit in the first half of this year, while unveiling plans to strengthen investment partnerships and expand its renewable energy portfolio.
The US dollar is a problem for everyone
Oped, Published on 20/08/2024
» In 1971, US Treasury Secretary John Connally famously told his counterparts in the G10 that "the dollar is our currency, but it's your problem". Connally was being unexpectedly candid about the fact that, even though the greenback was the world's main reserve currency, its foremost purpose was to advance US interests.
Back to square one?
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 19/08/2024
» After the Constitutional Court brought an end to the government of Prime Minster Srettha Thavisin, the House of Representatives voted for Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the Pheu Thai Party's leader and daughter of former premier Thaksin Shinawatra, to take the role just two days later.
Industry sentiment up in July
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 17/08/2024
» The Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TISI) increased for the first time in four months to 89.3 points in July, driven by higher demand for food, medicine and cosmetic products, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Industry leaders target continuity
Business, Published on 15/08/2024
» Thailand's economic outlook is in disarray following the removal of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin in an ethics case that involved his appointment of a lawyer with a criminal conviction to his cabinet.
Stocks dip as court ousts premier
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 14/08/2024
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) dipped in the afternoon session on Wednesday, wiping out the morning’s gains, as the Constitutional Court dismissed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin over a cabinet reshuffle, though analysts said the downside would be limited.
'Single window' sought to aid tourism sector
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 14/08/2024
» The Digital Economy Promotion Agency (Depa) has urged the government to host the development of a "single window" to promote ease of doing business for foreigners that would unite all related data exchange of state agencies as another effort to promote the digital-driven tourism industry.