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OIC considers special licence for digital business
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 05/12/2019
» The Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC) is studying the possibility of issuing a special licence for digital insurance business to encourage traditional insurance firms to revamp their business model amid disruptive technology.
Goldman Sachs says 2020 global recession unlikely
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 14/11/2019
» Despite the manufacturing sector's troubles and Sino-US trade tensions, the prospects of a global economic recession occurring next year are low as fundamentals drivers of growth in major economies still remain healthy, says Goldman Sachs Asset Management.
Wage hike could repel Chinese firms
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 04/07/2019
» A hike in the daily minimum wage could discourage Chinese manufacturers in labour-intensive industries from relocating their production base to Thailand, says a Chinese banking executive.
SEC licenses wealth advisers
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 18/07/2018
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has allowed business intermediaries operating in the capital market to become licensed wealth advisers, aiming to enhance access to investment advisory service and investment options for the public.
Thai AirAsia parent's Q1 profit jumps 76%
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 15/05/2018
» SET-listed Asia Aviation Plc (AAV), a major shareholder of Thai AirAsia Co Ltd (TAA), has reported a 76% year-on-year rise in its first-quarter net profit, buoyed by strong growth in number of passengers carried, high demand during peak season and the baht appreciation.
7-Eleven aims for regional omnipresence
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 23/04/2018
» With an ubiquitous domestic presence, the 7-Eleven convenience store chain is looking to expand its footprint in Asia-Pacific to carry out its regional growth vision, says Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group chief executive Suphachai Chearavanont.
Good infrastructure pays for itself many times over
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 22/05/2017
» The multiplier effect generated from quality infrastructure investments could lift the economic growth potential of middle-income countries in Asia as they would lead to improved productivity and efficiency, says HSBC.
Asean the 'next frontier' for e-commerce boom
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 15/05/2017
» E-commerce in Southeast Asia is ripe for fast-paced growth scenario given the region's huge population and growing middle class, but countries need to address existing challenges to help the business reach its full potential, says a Google executive.
Local control needed for smarter spending in Korea
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 13/03/2017
» South Korea needs to decentralise public spending further and give local governments more control over budgets in order to improve transparency and efficiency of public finance as fiscal burdens mount, says an academic.
Seeds of innovation
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 27/02/2017
» Historically seen as the lifeblood of economic prosperity, agriculture is at a crossroads as soaring global demand for food exposes the limitations of traditional farming. However, advances in technology, production techniques and farming know-how are starting to bear fruit in the drive for food security.