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Hi-tech hub Guangdong sees higher education investments boom
Published on 24/01/2021
» An investment boom in institutions of higher education is taking place in Guangdong province, one of China's biggest manufacturing hubs and its up-and-coming hi-tech region with grand ambitions to rival Silicon Valley in the United States.
TCG's merchant of risks
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 23/01/2021
» Labelling himself both an undertaker and merchant of risks, Rak Vorrakitpokatorn has a mission to help comatose small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) survive profound hardships during this major economic crisis.
Listed banks report 32% dip in profits
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 23/01/2021
» The average of 10 SET-listed commercial banks and subsidiaries is a 32% decline in combined net profit based on unaudited financial statements for 2020, largely attributed to higher loan-loss reserves.
Listed banks post net profit decline of 23% for 2020
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 22/01/2021
» Large SET-listed commercial banks posted a decline of more than 23% in net profits last year, mainly attributed to allocation of higher amounts of expected credit losses (ECLs) to cushion against rising uncertainties amid the pandemic crisis.
Pandemic Boosted Netflix, Other Streaming Players in 2020
Business, Published on 01/01/2021
» The past 12 months were billed as the year when a flood of new entrants would force streaming services to wage an all-out war for subscribers. Instead, incumbents and rookies alike feasted on a base of shut-in customers eager for more things to watch.
Brexit deal delivers Christmas cheer to investors
Business, Published on 26/12/2020
» Recap: Global stocks edged upward after amid investor optimism about economic growth. Chinese shares posted a weekly gain after the Brexit deal helped lift sentiment while Tokyo ended flat without fresh trading cues on Christmas Day when many markets were closed.
A banner year for M&A deals
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 25/12/2020
» Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity looked strong at the beginning of 2020 with numerous transactions, including the acquisition of the Ninth Towers office building and Unilever House office building projects (US$186 million and $50.4 million, respectively) by CPN Retail Growth Leasehold REIT.
TAT: Infection fears mar holiday
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 17/11/2020
» Concern over new local Covid-19 cases is affecting domestic sentiment for the upcoming long holiday from Nov 19-22, says the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
IHG bulks up Holiday Inn portfolio
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 14/11/2020
» InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) aims to double its Holiday Inn portfolio in the next 3-5 years, while continuing to expand its footprint in Thailand despite the pandemic.
Fitch keeps BAAC, GH Bank at lofty, stable ratings positions
Business, Published on 28/10/2020
» Fitch Ratings Thailand has affirmed its ratings for the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) and Government Housing (GH) Bank.