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Supply glut hits petrochemicals
Business, Published on 02/05/2025
» This year is likely to be another tough one for downstream petrochemical businesses, which serve various industries ranging from automotive and textiles to medical equipment and toys.
Siam Cement frets over impact of US tariffs on Asean
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 01/05/2025
» SET-listed Siam Cement Group (SCG), Thailand's largest cement maker and industrial conglomerate, is worried about the impact of Washington's new tariff policy on Southeast Asia, as the region is the company's main market.
SCG Packaging eyes rigid packaging partners in US
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 30/04/2025
» SCG Packaging Plc (SCGP) is planning to invest in the rigid packaging business in America, aiming to build a production facility there to reduce the impact of US President Donald Trump's tariff policy.
Sasin, SCGC Empower Startups for Sustainable Impact
Published on 28/04/2025
» Sasin School of Management, in partnership with main sponsor SCG Chemicals (SCGC), a leader in sustainable polymer innovation, proudly launches the Bangkok Business Challenge (BBC) 2025 powered by SCGC. Now in its 23rd consecutive year, the competition is Asia’s longest-running global student startup challenge. Held under the theme “Growing Impactful Ventures,” it provides a global platform for university students to showcase entrepreneurial solutions that address economic, social, and environmental issues.
Study to consider solar panel recycling
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 21/04/2025
» Concern over scrapped solar panels that are accumulating in the country, potentially creating a "graveyard", has convinced SCI Eco Services to conduct a study on an electronic waste recycling project.
Influential Brands Honours Top Leaders and Brands
Published on 18/04/2025
» Influential Brands, in collaboration with Neo Target Co., Ltd., hosted a prestigious awards ceremony in Bangkok to honour Thailand’s most trusted and influential brands and corporate leaders of the year. The event was informed by insights from a nationwide survey of over 2,000 Thai consumers across all generations, with more than 80% stating that leadership plays a crucial role in building trust and confidence within organisations.
Dow launches new drive to recycle plastic waste
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 18/04/2025
» Dow, a US-based chemical company, is stepping up efforts to slow rising global temperatures by improving handling of plastic waste.
US interest rates unlikely to be reduced next month
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 11/04/2025
» Market analysts and investors now expect the US Federal Reserve to hold the key interest rate at 4.25-4.50% at its May meeting after US President Donald Trump ordered a 90-day suspension of reciprocal tariffs.
Braskem Siam announces major ethanol acquisition
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 07/04/2025
» Bio-based plastics producer Braskem Siam is planning to buy ethanol from Mitr Phol Bio Fuel to produce bio-ethylene, becoming the first factory in Asia to supply this environmentally friendly product to support global efforts to reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
Twenty listed firms seen likely to prep share buybacks
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 25/03/2025
» Twenty listed companies are likely to initiate share buybacks after their stock prices fell below intrinsic value, signalling a positive outlook for long-term investors looking to accumulate Thai shares, said Asia Plus Securities (ASPS).