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A glimpse into an ageing society
Life, Published on 11/09/2023
» According to the Department of Provincial Administration, in 2022, almost 19% of Thailand's population of 66,090,475 were aged 60 or over -- officially elderly people. This data does not include the elderly not counted in the census, which could raise the percentage to as high as 20%. Bangkok's percentage of elderly people is 21.48%, Chiang Mai's 21.14%, and Nonthaburi's 20.14%. These figures suggest that Thailand is on the verge of becoming a super-aged society.
JKN founder admits to 'forced selling' of shares
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 08/09/2023
» The founder and largest shareholder of JKN Global Group says she sold nearly 100 million shares of the Miss Universe Organization operator through "forced selling" to comply with the margin accounting rules of the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) after its share price dropped by more than 50% in one week.
JKN shares plunge as debt holders demand payment
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 07/09/2023
» Shares of JKN Global Group plummeted by more than 8% on Wednesday after representatives of the company's debenture holders demanded cross-defaults from the SET-listed owner of Miss Universe Organization (MUO) to repay debts within 30 days.
Thailand’s Shopping Phenomenon Returns:
Published on 06/09/2023
» Central and Robinson Department Store, under Central Retail, are forging ahead to conquer the Double Digits Campaign with an omnichannel approach, encompassing both offline and online channels.
Inside the struggle to raise fresh funding
Business, Published on 06/09/2023
» The protracted pandemic left a profound impact on businesses across Thailand. Although the financial performance of many Thai companies has improved as the outbreak eased considerably, a number are still struggling to mobilise fresh funding for business expansion and to repay debts.
JKN allays concerns over liquidity, bond payments
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 02/09/2023
» JKN Global Group Plc (JKN) insists its finances and liquidity remain sound, saying none of the next bond interest payments will be missed and the company is on track to meet its revenue target of more than 3 billion baht this year.
Chinese measures cheer investors
Business, Published on 02/09/2023
» RECAP: Asian shares edged higher yesterday as China stepped up efforts to support the property sector and stabilise the yuan, though investors remained cautious ahead of US jobs data that could influence interest rates.
Miss Universe owner JKN faces debt trouble
Published on 31/08/2023
» Shares of JKN Global Group Plc (JKN) plunged on Thursday after the owner of the Miss Universe Organization said it would miss a payment on 609 million baht worth of debentures, the first of seven tranches of debt worth 3.36 billion baht.
Empowering Change: Miss Universe Thailand 2023 Gold Winners
Published on 25/08/2023
» The illustrious "Voice for Change" Miss Universe Thailand 2023 social impact and sustainable development video contest, proudly sponsored by Mouawad and CI Talks, has reached its pinnacle with the triumphant unveiling of three exceptional Gold winners during the Miss Universe Thailand 2023 finals held on August 20, 2023.
#SHEISME embraces female power
Life, Published on 24/08/2023
» Raks Thai Foundation and Friend of Women Foundation are holding "#SHEISME: Embracing The Colors of Empower" at Atrium 1 of Siam Center, Rama I Road, daily from 10am to 8pm starting tomorrow to Sunday.