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THAI debentures downgraded to default
Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 27/05/2020
» Tris Rating has downgraded Thai Airways International's company rating and senior unsecured debentures to default following the Central Bankruptcy Court’s acceptance of THAI’s rehabilitation petition.
Suit filed against former IFEC boss
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 27/02/2018
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a criminal complaint against the former chairman of SET-listed Inter Far East Energy Corporation Plc (IFEC) with the Royal Thai Police's Economic Crime Suppression Division for failure to disclose information on the company's bills of exchange (B/Es) default.
Test of friendship
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 07/11/2016
» Millions of Asians will be glued to their screens, big and small, on Wednesday morning as the results of the US presidential election stream in. Much will be riding on the outcome when it comes to relations between the United States and Asia. The question is whether a new administration will pursue a path toward mutual prosperity and security or take a detour into muddy waters amid growing mistrust.
Kasikornbank tips investments to reach B1.27tn
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 13/01/2015
» Thailand's private and public investments are likely to total 1.27 trillion baht this year thanks to government megaprojects and a recovery of confidence by the private sector, says Kasikornbank (KBank).
Stunted growth on political uncertainty
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 13/05/2014
» Thailand's first-quarter GDP is likely to have shrunk by up to 2% from the previous quarter, as the political unrest has added more woe to already-waning domestic consumption and investment, economists say.
Prasarn frets over investment effect
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 09/05/2014
» The Thai economy can withstand the prolonged domestic political uncertainties in the short run thanks to the country's strong fundamentals, but it will hurt the investment outlook over the medium term, says the Bank of Thailand governor.
Appeal for budget watchdog
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 10/04/2014
» A Parliamentary Budget Office (PBO) should be established as an independent organisation amid any political reform measures, as the country must plug loopholes that allow corruption, say academics.
BoT warns ruling stokes uncertainty
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 29/03/2014
» Political and economic uncertainty is mounting in the wake of the Constitutional Court's recent ruling that voided the inconclusive Feb 2 general election, says a senior Bank of Thailand official.
MPC may lower growth forecast
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 10/01/2014
» The Bank of Thailand's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) may cut this year's 4% GDP growth forecast, as downside risk is increasing on the back of the political turmoil.
BoT ready for political obstacles
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 02/11/2013
» The Bank of Thailand stands ready to manage the country's economy through any short-term setbacks that could crop up from heightening political tensions following speedy passage of the controversial amnesty bill.