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BoT chief asks for political transparency
News, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/05/2014
» Central bank governor Prasarn Trairatvorakul on Friday urged the future administration, when it is formed, to generate a better understanding of the political crisis, which holds the key to positively influencing the economic sector.
CP All projects 15% revenue gain
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 05/03/2014
» CP All (CPALL), the operator of 7-Eleven convenience stores in Thailand, targets 2014 revenue growth of 10-15% driven by its branch expansion plan as its business remains resilient to the ongoing political conflict. It is also counting on a full year of income from Siam Makro (MAKRO) following CP All’s acquisition of the cash-and-carry chain.
Politics a headache for SMEs
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 25/02/2014
» Confidence among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) fell below the 50-point threshold last month, largely on concern over political uncertainty and the lacklustre economy.
K-Research: Politics may slash GDP growth
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 13/12/2013
» As anti-government protests rumble on, Kasikorn Research Centre (K-Research) forecasts national economic growth next year ranging from 0.5% to 4.5%, according to four ways the dispute could play out.
KBank: Politics saps SME loan demand
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/12/2013
» Demand for SME loans is falling in the wake of escalating political tensions and the economic slowdown, says a senior Kasikornbank executive.
Forecasts assume working government
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 11/12/2013
» If government functions normally next year, Thailand's GDP growth rate should be 4.5%, say economists.
HSBC's local boss talks expansion
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 15/11/2013
» HSBC Thailand has added employees to deepen its footprint here in the light of the bank's positive view of local and regional economies.
Banks keen to make Facebook friends
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 17/12/2012
» With Bangkok having 8.68 million Facebook users _ more than any other city in the world _ there is no doubt that social media are a powerful influence among Thais.
BoT governor raises alarm over rising personal debts
News, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 05/12/2012
» Bank of Thailand (BoT) governor Prasarn Trairatvorakul has expressed concern over the rising levels of personal loans and household debts.
New KTB chief won't play politics
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/11/2012
» Good practice under sensible risk management is a key instrument to deal with political intervention, says Vorapak Tanyawong, new president of the state-owned Krung Thai Bank (KTB).