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Listed firms' profits up 9.7% in H1
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 27/08/2024
» Net profits of listed companies on the Stock Exchange of Thailand surged 9.7% year-on-year in the first half of 2024 to 519 billion baht as sales grew 6.3% over the period to 8.96 trillion baht, buoyed by a significant recovery in tourism and rising oil prices.
Lazada's youngest homegrown chief sets out growth vision to drive Thailand's digital economy
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 26/08/2024
» As the new chief executive of major e-marketplace operator Lazada Thailand, Varitha Kiatpinyochai, 32, is the company's youngest homegrown chief executive and the first woman to take the helm.
Knowing how to draw a crowd
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 22/08/2024
» Among international entertainment events in Thailand, fan meetings are some of the most successful, consistently drawing a considerable volume of attendees and attracting organisers to create more events to tap the burgeoning market.
Thai Vietjet eyes 8m passengers in 2024
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/08/2024
» Thai Vietjet targets nearly 8 million passengers this year as it improves its aircraft utilisation rate and adds flights to existing routes, with a plan to import new Boeing 737 Max jets on tap for next year.
ONEAM offers life settlement fund
Business, Published on 19/08/2024
» One Asset Management (ONEAM) is focusing on launching mutual funds comprised of alternative assets, with the One Life Insurance Settlement (ONE-LIFESET-UI) fund expected to entice investors and generate a good return during market fluctuations.
Online scam victims to get more help
News, Post Reporters, Published on 13/08/2024
» The government will introduce a special law to protect victims of technology crimes and help them recover losses more quickly, Digital Economy and Society (DES) Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong said on Monday.
US rate cuts set to prop up ailing Thai stock exchange
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 08/08/2024
» Projected interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve designed to stop the US falling into recession could help shore up the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) for the rest of 2024 after the index dipped 6.7% in the first seven months of this year, says a bourse executive.
PTTEP Reports Strong H1 Performance and Dividend Payout
Published on 06/08/2024
» PTTEP announced its operational performance and key achievements for the first half of 2024, highlighting its strategic investment expansion in the Middle East to increase the company’s petroleum proved reserves. The Board of Directors has approved an interim dividend payment of THB 4.50 per share, while the company contributed over THB 30,170 million in royalties and tax to support national development.
MINT Announces 74% Net Profit Growth In 1H24
Published on 06/08/2024
» Minor International Public Company Limited (MINT) announced net profit of THB 3,969 million for the first half of 2024, a 74% increase from the same period in 2023. This robust profit growth builds on last year’s high net profit base and reflects the strength of MINT’s business model as well as the continued resilience of the global travel industry. MINT’s core profit for 1H24 (profit after excluding extraordinary items) saw a solid 22% y-y growth for 1H24.
Orange Line delay hits condo project
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 06/08/2024
» The delayed opening of the Orange Line, which will run between Thailand Cultural Centre and Min Buri, has affected the development and launch of retail and commercial properties, but demand for condos on Ramkhamhaeng Road remains strong.