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Baht surges to 5-year high near 31
Business, Published on 21/02/2019
» The baht soared to its highest level against the dollar in more than five years on Wednesday, on hopes that the US and China would be able to secure a trade deal and avert retaliatory tariffs. Analysts expect the local currency to continue marching past the 31-baht mark.
BoT tightens belt on consumer loans
Business, Published on 30/06/2017
» The Bank of Thailand is set to announce tighter regulations governing unsecured loans next month as part of its effort to discourage consumers, particularly low-income earners, from accumulating further debt.
Setback for trump hurts us equities but set rises
Business, Published on 27/03/2017
» Recap: Asian stocks drifted last week and Wall Street fell as investors awaited a crucial vote on the US healthcare bill. Its failure on Friday raised questions about President Donald Trump's ability to push through the rest of his agenda including tax cuts. Lower oil prices prompted by persistent worries about the global glut also dampened sentiment. Buying ahead of the dividend season bolstered the Thai stock market but global uncertainties capped gains.
Used car market expected to surge amid new tax code
Business, Piyachart Maikaew, Published on 21/03/2017
» The country's used car market is expected to grow by 10% this year to 2.2 million units thanks to higher price tags for new cars.
Weekly business news quiz: October 21-25, 2013
Jon Fernquest, Published on 25/10/2013
» Check if you understand the issues and vocabulary in this week's most important business news stories.