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TBMA upgrades bond issuance outlook to B900bn
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 09/07/2021
» The Thai Bond Market Association (TBMA) upgraded its projection for corporate bond issuance this year to 900 billion baht from 700-750 billion as private companies seek to replenish capital reserves amid economic uncertainties, says TBMA president Tada Phutthitada.
TBMA eyes B1tn in corporate bond issuance for this year
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 23/06/2021
» The issuance of corporate bonds is expected to reach 1 trillion baht this year if the same growth rate continues in the second half, as businesses seek capital to weather a prospective global interest rate hike next year, says Thai Bond Market Association (TBMA) president Tada Phutthitada.
TBMA: Firms choose loans for funding
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 14/01/2021
» The Thai Bond Market Association (TBMA) expects the policy interest rate will remain at 0.5% throughout 2021, while issuance of new long-term corporate bonds is projected at 700-750 billion baht as the real sector turns to bank loans, says TBMA president Tada Phutthitada.
Corporate bonds on a roll
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 12/10/2020
» Companies are offering larger amounts of corporate bonds to retails than ever in the past five years, and now may be an ideal time to take advantage of the attractive interest rates and high yields, say industry analysts.
Mutual funds spur growth in trading
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 10/07/2020
» Trading of long-term corporate bonds in the secondary market continues to increase, driven by customer demand for higher returns from asset management firms, says the Thai Bond Market Association (TBMA).
Corporate debentures set to thrive
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 17/01/2020
» Debenture issuance by corporates is projected to remain high this year, while rollover risk is unlikely because most long-term debentures are certified with investment grades, says the Thai Bond Market Association (TBMA).
Thai, Singapore debenture defaults tip of the iceberg
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 02/08/2019
» A series of debenture defaults in two of Southeast Asia's largest capital markets has yet to fan fears of a meltdown, but what is unfolding may be just the tip of the iceberg of financial irregularities.
Perpetual bonds winning fans after long period of inactivity
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 18/04/2019
» Perpetual bonds, defined as bonds with no maturity date, are becoming more recognised among Thai issuers and investors, enabling companies to raise funds without a higher debt ratio and letting investors reap high interest rates.
Low-rated bonds all the rage in Q1
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 13/04/2019
» Issuance of non-rated and non-investment-grade long-term debentures rose substantially in the first quarter, signalling increased risk-taking behaviour by bond investors, says the Thai Bond Market Association (TBMA).
TBMA calm on property debt
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 22/01/2019
» The Bank of Thailand's macroprudential policy to curb property speculation is unlikely to affect real estate companies raising funds from debenture issuance because this year's debenture rollover portion is small, says the Thai Bond Market Association (TBMA).