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Central bank contender touts need to work with government
Bloomberg News, Published on 16/07/2025
» A contender to be Bank of Thailand's (BoT) next governor said she would be "a little more aggressive" in articulating the path for interest rates, calling for closer coordination of monetary and fiscal policies.
Travel scheme farce
Oped, Editorial, Published on 07/07/2025
» The rollout of the "Tiew Thai Khon La Krung" campaign, or Thailand Travel Co-pay scheme, last week has proved to be unmitigated disaster, with no resolution in sight. This embarrassing episode reflects not only gross incompetence, but entrenched political pettiness among policy-makers.
Foreigners get keen on Thai markets
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 13/05/2025
» Foreign investors have returned to Thailand's bond and equity markets, with net inflows into the bond market surpassing 40 billion baht in May and nearly 100 billion baht year-to-date, according to the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).
All eyes on crucial Fed interest rate meeting
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 18/03/2025
» The US Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, scheduled for March 18-19, is expected to be a crucial indicator of the stock market's direction alongside precious metal prices, following spot gold's record high of US$3,004.86 per ounce on Friday.
Value on offer for mid- to long-term investors in Thai stocks
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 11/03/2025
» Thai stocks continue to face selling pressure driven by stalled economic growth, weaker than expected listed company earnings, escalating domestic political tensions and US import tariffs, says Tisco Securities.
IRPC to Launch A-Rated Bonds with Yields Up to 4.35%
Published on 18/02/2025
» IRPC Public Company Limited (IRPC) is set to launch and offer bonds and digital bonds to general investors through ten financial institutions, with projected stable interest rates ranging from 3.70% to 4.35% per annum. The bonds have been rated A- by Tris Ratings, reflecting investor confidence in IRPC’s innovation-driven approach to materials and energy. The company aims to strengthen its existing businesses while expanding into new sectors, contributing to a greener society.
Thai virtual bank race heats up as bidders outnumber permits
Published on 23/09/2024
» Thailand’s virtual banking competition is heating up as applications exceeded the number of licences the central bank plans to grant.
IRPC Reports 812 Million Baht Profit, Expands Globally
Published on 08/08/2024
» IRPC showcases a net revenue of 148,710 million baht in the first half of 2024, increasing 1% compared to the first half of 2023. The performance results from a 9% increase in selling price, following the higher oil price, and profits generated by oil stocks of 2.138 billion baht. The EBITDA is accounted for at 6.118 billion baht, increasing by 187%, driving a net profit of 812 million baht. IRPC is prompted to move forward with business expansion, highlighting Jet A1 compliant with JIG standards to support the aviation industry worldwide.
IRPC and KTB Launch ESG-Linked FX Solutions
Published on 01/07/2024
» IRPC, in collaboration with Krung Thai Bank, advances the ESG-Linked FX Total Solutions Program, enhancing foreign exchange management to support IRPC’s sustainability goals.
Baht declines in thin holiday trading across Asian markets
Published on 17/06/2024
» Emerging Asian currencies slipped in holiday-thinned trade on Monday, with the Thai baht leading the declines, as the dollar stayed firm and China data pointed to an uneven recovery in the world's second-largest economy.