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Inclusiveness the cure for what ails globalisation
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 20/02/2017
» Inclusive development policies designed for different groups in society will be the key to making globalisation work the way it was intended to, says a banking executive.
Ringgit rout
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 16/01/2017
» A perfect storm is forming around the Malaysian ringgit, as its value remains at risk from a protracted economic slump aggravated by a domestic political scandal and the prospect of rising US interest rates.
Asia's economic agenda
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 09/01/2017
» As the euphoria of New Year celebrations fades, it's time for a reality check as economies across Asia brace themselves for yet another year of macroeconomic and business challenges.
Recovery on course
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 21/11/2016
» Asia Pacific is expected to remain on a macroeconomic recovery path supported by stabilised economic conditions in China and relatively low exposure to "external asymmetrical shocks", says Swiss banker Peter Rosenstreich.
Test of friendship
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 07/11/2016
» Millions of Asians will be glued to their screens, big and small, on Wednesday morning as the results of the US presidential election stream in. Much will be riding on the outcome when it comes to relations between the United States and Asia. The question is whether a new administration will pursue a path toward mutual prosperity and security or take a detour into muddy waters amid growing mistrust.
Stunted growth on political uncertainty
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 13/05/2014
» Thailand's first-quarter GDP is likely to have shrunk by up to 2% from the previous quarter, as the political unrest has added more woe to already-waning domestic consumption and investment, economists say.
Maybank remains upbeat
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 02/04/2014
» Singapore: Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank), Malaysia’s largest commercial bank, remains optimistic about investing in Thailand with a plan to move forward its investment either through mergers and acquisitions (M&A) or by obtaining a banking licence, says Montree Sornpaisarn, co-chief executive officer at Thailand’s Maybank Kim Eng Securities Plc.
Q3 data likely to show recovery
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 18/11/2013
» The Thai economy most likely rebounded in the third quarter from a technical recession and is poised for a solid fourth quarter despite political uncertainty, say economists.
BoI keeps current incentives to 2014
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 18/05/2013
» The Board of Investment (BoI) has agreed to enforce a new investment regime by the beginning of 2015, giving more than 19 months for investors to adjust their investment plans to comply with the upcoming industrial-preference criteria.