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Capital return focus intensifies at ttb
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 23/04/2026
» TMBThanachart Bank (ttb) has expanded its share repurchase programme to 35 billion baht and extended the scheme for three years as part of its financial management strategy amid sluggish loan growth.
Virtual banks taking shape
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/04/2026
» Two virtual banks, Bank X and Clicx Bank, are pursuing similar strategies in the retail and food ecosystem, focusing on underserved customer segments as a key growth driver for their virtual banking businesses.
Virtual banks to shake up Thai finance next year
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/12/2025
» By mid-2026, Thais are expected to be able to access virtual banks, offering expanded options for people underserved by formal financial services.
Virtual banks to bolster financial inclusion
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 10/10/2025
» Virtual banks are 10 times more likely to reach untapped retail customers than traditional banks, improving the country's rate of financial inclusion, say new industry players.
Central bank sees Thai growth slowing next year
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/08/2025
» The Bank of Thailand expects the country’s economic growth to fall below its potential next year, weighed down by sluggishness in several sectors.
High hopes for virtual banks
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 30/06/2025
» Financial literacy is crucial in enhancing consumer understanding ahead of the arrival of virtual banks, which aim to improve financial accessibility for underserved groups.
Thai business leaders tally cost of US tariffs
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 07/05/2025
» The value of Thai exports to the United States could drop by as much as as $43 billion (1.4 trillion baht) over the next decade if 36% import tariffs go ahead, say business leaders.
Thailand faces stronger economic headwinds
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 04/04/2025
» Increasing economic headwinds are expected to drag down gross domestic product growth in Thailand to between 1.2% and 1.4% this year, while the Bank of Thailand is expected to cut its policy interest rate to 1.25% by next year from 2% now, according to local research houses.
Tariffs ‘could affect 25% of Thai exports to US’
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 22/11/2024
» Thai exports to the United States are expected to be the most seriously affected in Southeast Asia based on potential US tariff increases, as Thailand has a significant share of trade with the US, according to ttb analytics.
Virtual bank competition heats up
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 18/09/2024
» Competition for the new virtual bank licences has intensified, with five business groups expressing interest in applying.