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Bank of Thailand takes closer look at large cash transactions
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/02/2026
» The Bank of Thailand is tightening oversight of cash transactions by introducing stricter due diligence requirements and clearer verification of the purpose of fund usage, in an effort to curb suspicious transactions.
E-savings gain appeal as interest rates edge lower
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 26/01/2026
» As interest rates continue to decline, e-savings deposit accounts are emerging as an attractive option for younger Thais looking to take their first steps towards saving.
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.
Ttb debt aid tallies B40bn this year
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 23/12/2025
» TMBThanachart Bank (ttb) has provided debt assistance totalling 40 billion baht this year through a range of financial relief measures.
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.
CIMBT expects to increase hiring of financial advisors
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 08/10/2025
» CIMB Thai Bank (CIMBT) plans to expand the number of its independent financial advisors (IFAs) to 500 by the end of this year, amid intensifying competition in the financial advisory profession.
SCB trims retail banking unit amid debt avalanche
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 13/09/2025
» Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) is scaling back its retail banking business in response to the country's elevated household debt and the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI).
Bad loan risk rising in four key business sectors
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 15/08/2025
» Four key business sectors in Thailand are showing signs of weaker debt repayment capabilities, with the challenge likely to extend to larger business operators, according to Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research).
HSBC touts Indian wedding tourism
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 31/07/2025
» Wedding tourism presents a significant opportunity to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) from India into Thailand, given the strong business ties between the two countries, according to HSBC.
LH Bank keen on SME loans, mortgages
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 28/02/2025
» Land and Houses Bank (LH Bank), the financial arm of property developer Land and Houses Plc (LH), aims to expand its loan portfolio with a focus on high-yield products while maintaining a balanced and sustainable loan portfolio in the long term.