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Citi bullish on Thailand
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 27/06/2022
» Global economic headwinds notwithstanding, prospects for the Thai economy remain bright, according to Peter Babej, Asia-Pacific chief executive officer for Citi.
Digital focus at UOB takes centre stage during crisis
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 03/07/2020
» The importance of workplace flexibility, digitalisation and risk diversification are among the key lessons people have learnt over the past several months dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic, according to Tan Choon Hin, president and chief executive of United Overseas Bank (Thai).
Quality boardrooms to sustain growth
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 01/04/2019
» Most board meetings follow a predictable blueprint. The chairman calls the meeting to order. The agenda items are reviewed. The last meeting minutes are approved. Quarterly performance figures are discussed.
Banking on transformation
Asia focus, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 19/11/2018
» The rise of blockchain technology, quantum computing, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital currencies will completely transform how banks operate in the future, according to William Winters, group chief executive for Standard Chartered Bank.
Fitch: Emerging markets to struggle in 2019
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 22/10/2018
» Emerging markets are set to face rising economic headwinds in 2019 as global growth slows and financial conditions tighten, according to James McCormack, Fitch's global head of sovereign ratings.
Citi keeps its footing amid digital shift
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 04/12/2017
» For many consumers, selecting a bank is primarily a question of convenience. Which bank has the closest branch to my home or office? Who offers the greatest promotions? Who has the most visible ATM network?
Resilient Bangkok?
Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 01/06/2017
» New technology, changing investor and consumer expectations and regulatory support has done much to encourage private companies worldwide of the importance of incorporating the concepts of sustainability, social responsibility and governance within their operations.
Citi's big bet on Asian cities
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 24/03/2016
» Since taking over as chief executive of Citigroup in 2012, Michael Corbat has aimed to streamline the global financial services giant, with a focus on strong execution, ethical standards and creating shareholder value. He arrives in Thailand this week in the first visit to the country by a Citigroup chief executive in nearly two decades.
Citi's Asean chief still bullish on region
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 18/12/2015
» While economic conditions going into 2016 continue to look difficult, medium-term prospects for Asean remain strong, according to Michael Zink, head of Asean for Citi.
EXCLUSIVE: Thailand must do more for investors, says Citi chief
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 22/10/2015
» While political and policy risks have been among the biggest concerns for foreign investors in recent years, other issues such as bureaucracy, legal enforcement and business restrictions perhaps weigh even more heavily on Thailand's competitiveness.