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Exporters confront carbon footprints
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/03/2026
» Thai exporters are under growing pressure to accelerate their transition to low-carbon production, as the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) came into force on Jan 1, though its effects have been felt for several years.
Industrial sector faces premature contraction
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 08/12/2025
» Thailand’s industrial sector has entered a contraction phase earlier than expected, pressured by intensifying global competition and the country’s declining competitiveness.
Low-carbon economy looms
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 17/11/2025
» Thailand's carbon-intensive industries are under growing pressure to fast-track their green transition after the new government announced an ambitious plan to accelerate the country's net zero goal by 15 years, from 2065 to 2050.
De Forest taps southern culinary prowess
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 10/03/2025
» Given the many challenges faced by Thai small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), business adaptation is key to survival.
Large banks pushed on transition loans
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 29/05/2024
» The Bank of Thailand has encouraged large commercial banks to offer transition finance to assist local businesses in moving from carbon-intensive industries to more sustainable practices.
Thailand faces 20 years of low growth
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/12/2023
» The World Bank expects Thailand's potential growth to be the lowest among Asean economies over the next 20 years because of the country's ageing demographics and a slowdown in private investment.
BoT monitors fundraising after rate hikes
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 14/12/2023
» The Bank of Thailand plans to closely monitor the fundraising ability of the business sector following tighter financial conditions related to interest rate hikes.
Ant Group supports local partners on inclusive financial services
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 29/06/2023
» Ant Group continue to support its local partners in Thailand to develop inclusive financial services i.e cross-border payment solution, virtual bank etc. for local consumers and business communities. However, the company is mainly focusing on cross-border payment solution in the Thai market, said general manager for global merchant partnership of Thailand Ant Group, Sittipong Kittiprapapong.
Beacon VC estimates 15 investment deals worth $28m
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 01/03/2023
» Beacon Venture Capital (Beacon VC), the corporate VC arm of Kasikornbank (KBank), expects to complete 15 investment deals worth US$28 million this year both locally and internationally.