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Return of LTFs a boon for bourse
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 22/05/2024
» Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira says reintroducing long-term equity funds (LTFs) will help lift the Stock Exchange of Thailand's (SET) market capitalisation.
Sustainability funds post healthy returns in Q1
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 19/04/2024
» Global sustainability equity funds generated solid returns in the first quarter this year amid capital market volatility, with abrdn Japanese Sustainable Equity generating the highest rate of return at 17.2%, according to Morningstar Research (Thailand).
Property tax rejig to amplify revenue
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 17/04/2024
» Amendment of the land and building tax law is meant to enhance both the efficiency of collection and levy an appropriate rate, while the criteria will have to be tightened to close tax loopholes, says finance permanent secretary Lavaron Sangsnit.
Preparing for the golden years
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 13/04/2024
» The government’s ability to successfully push through the draft National Elderly and Basic Pension Act to garner a first reading — the first stage of a bill’s passage — or acceptance of the principle of the bill from the House of Representatives is considered a crucial cornerstone for building a support system for Thailand’s elderly population.
Property perks ‘could lift GDP growth to 4%’
Published on 09/04/2024
» The economy could grow by slightly more than 4% this year, driven by measures to boost the property sector approved on Tuesday, the Ministry of Finance said, as the government attempts to revive economic activity.
House passes same-sex marriage bill
Gary Boyle, Published on 28/03/2024
» The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a marriage equality bill in a landmark step that moves the country closer to becoming the third in Asia to legalise same-sex unions.
House passes landmark marriage equality bill
Published on 27/03/2024
» The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a marriage equality bill in its final reading, in a landmark step that moves the country closer to becoming the third in Asia to legalise same-sex unions.
House backs pension system upgrade
Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 16/03/2024
» A report on a progressive state pension system by the Committee on Social Welfare recently received House approval with an execution plan expected in the 2030 fiscal year.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: March 8-14
Guru, Published on 08/03/2024
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Online channel tackles bogus returns
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 27/02/2024
» The Revenue Department is requiring all employers to submit payroll tax returns via electronic channels to avoid counterfeit tax return forms, says director-general Vinit Visessuvanapoom.