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Stocks fall, oil jumps after Israeli strikes on Iran
Business, Published on 14/06/2025
» RECAP: Stocks fell in most Asian markets yesterday and oil prices jumped as investors rushed to safe-haven assets after Israel attacked Iran's nuclear sites in a major escalation of tensions in the Middle East.
Bank of Thailand to supervise loans for hire purchase, leasing
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/06/2025
» The Bank of Thailand (BoT) may take over the regulation of fees and interest rates for auto hire-purchase and leasing loans, replacing the Office of the Consumer Protection Board (OCPB) under a new law.
VietJet and AirAsia planning major Airbus orders
Published on 11/06/2025
» VietJet Aviation and AirAsia are reportedly in talks to acquire as many as 100 Airbus aircraft each, sources at the reigonal budget carriers say, in deals that could be announced as early as the Paris Air Show next week.
Auto lease adjustment causes a kerfuffle
News, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 10/06/2025
» Auto leasing business operators have shown varying levels of readiness to comply with the Bank of Thailand's regulations following a recent amendment to a royal decree on auto hire-purchase businesses.
Rising rents threaten the vibrant street food scene of the once-booming Banthat Thong Road
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 09/06/2025
» As night fell, neon signs gradually lit up Instagrammable restaurants and cafes. Despite pouring rain, tourists were taking photos of a dessert shop's logo of a boy holding a bun at an iconic intersection. Some eateries were teeming with customers, with a long queue of them spilling onto the sidewalk. Some, less popular, saw staff sitting idle. Others put up advertisement for lease.
Carasti anticipates growth in car leasing
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 06/06/2025
» Changes in Thai drivers' behaviour in a sluggish automotive market offer business opportunities for car subscription service provider Carasti, which is encouraging people to lease cars for short-term use as part of a daily routine.
Huawei Powers 80,000 Thai Homes with Solar
Published on 27/05/2025
» Bangkok, May 26, 2025 – Amid Thailand's abundant solar resources, increasing environmental awareness, and the maturity of ICT-integrated photovoltaic solutions, over 80,000 Thai households have adopted Huawei's FusionSolar smart solar solutions, which can provide up to 70% of their electricity supply.
Peace in unity
Life, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 26/05/2025
» As one of the most significant Buddhist religious days, the Vesak ceremony at the majestic Borobudur Temple has become a celebration for all faiths -- honouring Indonesia's diversity and inclusivity by embracing the teachings of the Buddha.
Building safety a priority for office tenants
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 23/05/2025
» The earthquake on March 28 has heightened office tenant expectations, with many now placing greater importance on building safety standards and emergency preparedness, according to property consultancy Knight Frank Thailand.
Earthquake spurs office relocation queries
Business, Published on 22/05/2025
» Bangkok's office market in the first quarter of 2025 continued to face mounting pressure from new supply, resulting in higher vacancy rates and intensifying competition among landlords, according to property consultancy CBRE Thailand.