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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.
Globalisation under threat, warns Citi economist
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 29/09/2014
» Policymakers across the world will face growing challenges from the threat of secular economic stagnation in the advanced economies, especially in the euro area, demographic changes and a retreat from globalisation, according to Willem Buiter, the chief economist for Citigroup.
Growth stunted by political turbulence
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 08/05/2014
» How much has Thailand's political dysfunction hurt the economy? The country already seems likely to post the weakest growth rate in the region at below 3% this year, or barely changed from an already anaemic 2.9% growth recorded last year.
Time for a clear vision
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 23/09/2013
» There is little doubt that the Thai economy has slowed significantly in recent months as a result of global uncertainties and a cutback in spending by domestic companies and consumers.
Southeast asian samba
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 01/04/2013
» The baht has been one of the better performing currencies in the region this year, gaining 4% against the US dollar and reviving fresh debate about the impact on exporters and the economy.
Eurozone crisis poses major threat
News, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 03/01/2012
» The parallels between Europe's economic troubles today and Thailand in 1997 seem all too familiar. A decline in market confidence leads to a sharp rise in borrowing costs, putting pressure on public finances, credit ratings and the financial sector. The political leadership dawdle before enacting tax hikes and budget cuts, resulting in social disruption and a voter backlash. Meanwhile, the crisis is spreading to other countries facing similar troubles, resulting in a regional "contagion" effect.