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Gold hits all-time high amid geopolitical strife
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 21/05/2024
» Gold prices soared to an all-time high of US$2,450 an ounce on Monday, as a slowing inflation trend in the US increased optimism that the Federal Reserve will start easing monetary policy this year, while geopolitical tension in the Middle East is on the increase.
PrimeStreet, Photon unite for energy
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 20/05/2024
» PrimeStreet Capital, a Bangkok-based global venture capital (VC) fund manager, has signed an agreement with Photon Group, a Japanese asset management firm, aiming to pour US$150 million worth of investment into clean energy across Southeast Asia.
Equities tipped to hit new high amid rate cut hopes
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 17/05/2024
» Global stocks, especially on the US exchanges, could hit an all-time high in the second quarter as investors are expected to embrace riskier assets after concerns ease over the Federal Reserve's interest rate actions, says Thai wealth management platform Finnomena.
Aberdeen anticipates stock market recovery in second half
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 16/05/2024
» Aberdeen Asset Management (Thailand) (Abrdn) anticipates a potential recovery of the Thai stock market in the second half of the year.
Insurance pushed for natural disasters
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 15/05/2024
» The Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC) has issued a warning to high-rise building operators, farmers and the public to obtain insurance coverage for properties to deal with mounting natural disaster risks.
Jitta Wealth sees promise in Hong Kong, Chinese stocks
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 08/05/2024
» Chinese and Hong Kong stocks offer the best investment opportunities for substantial returns, while artificial intelligence (AI) is set to change the investment landscape by effectively managing portfolios, says Jitta Wealth Asset Management.
Bitcoin slumps as Fed vows to keep rates steady longer
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 03/05/2024
» Bitcoin tumbled to a two-month low of around US$57,000 after Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell remarked that interest rates are likely to stay higher for longer as the central bank tries to stamp out stubborn inflation.
SEC issues warning for promotions, ads
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 29/04/2024
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned digital asset exchange operators to be careful with their ads and the organising of introducing broker agent (IBA) events, saying such activities might violate the rules under SEC supervision.
KPI predicts flat revenue growth this year
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 25/04/2024
» Krungthai Panich Insurance (KPI) is aiming for total revenue of 5.3 billion baht this year, on a par with 2023, while preparing for an image rebrand and ramping up technology investment to attract interest from young customers.
SET bounces back as war fears ease
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/04/2024
» The Thai stock market rebounded sharply on Monday, rising by about 1.3%, as other regional bourses also bounced back from sharp losses on Friday as investors believe a full-blown war in the Middle East is unlikely while the People's Bank of China (PBOC) opted to keep interest rates unchanged.