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Fitch: Emerging markets to struggle in 2019
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 22/10/2018
» Emerging markets are set to face rising economic headwinds in 2019 as global growth slows and financial conditions tighten, according to James McCormack, Fitch's global head of sovereign ratings.
Thailand critical to Tesco
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 24/11/2016
» British retailer Tesco plans to increase its investment in Thailand over the next several years, including initiatives to help local farmers and small businesses.
'Grieving Thailand will emerge stronger'
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 08/11/2016
» Most pundits expect a difficult next several months for the Thai economy, following the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej three weeks ago.
EXCLUSIVE: Thailand must do more for investors, says Citi chief
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 22/10/2015
» While political and policy risks have been among the biggest concerns for foreign investors in recent years, other issues such as bureaucracy, legal enforcement and business restrictions perhaps weigh even more heavily on Thailand's competitiveness.
Globalisation under threat, warns Citi economist
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 29/09/2014
» Policymakers across the world will face growing challenges from the threat of secular economic stagnation in the advanced economies, especially in the euro area, demographic changes and a retreat from globalisation, according to Willem Buiter, the chief economist for Citigroup.
Time for a clear vision
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 23/09/2013
» There is little doubt that the Thai economy has slowed significantly in recent months as a result of global uncertainties and a cutback in spending by domestic companies and consumers.
Just say no to capital controls
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 08/02/2013
» Competitive devaluations and capital controls could prove as damaging to the global economy as the trade wars of the 1930s during the Great Depression, according to Daniel Murray, the chief economist for EFG Asset Management.
Eurozone crisis poses major threat
News, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 03/01/2012
» The parallels between Europe's economic troubles today and Thailand in 1997 seem all too familiar. A decline in market confidence leads to a sharp rise in borrowing costs, putting pressure on public finances, credit ratings and the financial sector. The political leadership dawdle before enacting tax hikes and budget cuts, resulting in social disruption and a voter backlash. Meanwhile, the crisis is spreading to other countries facing similar troubles, resulting in a regional "contagion" effect.