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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.
Funding a sustainable revolution
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/06/2025
» Thailand is transitioning to a sustainable economy, marked in part by the implementation of Thailand Taxonomy Phase 2 on May 27, 2025, which focuses on a sustainable finance framework.
Kobsak wants focus on autos, farming
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/04/2025
» The automotive and agricultural sectors are crucial areas requiring negotiation with the US to address the reciprocal tariffs imposed on Thai imports, says Kobsak Pootrakul, director and senior executive vice-president of Bangkok Bank.
Households tapping solar power
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 03/03/2025
» Thailand is transitioning towards a green economy, and individuals can play an active role in this shift.
Line BK targets double-digit loan gain
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 13/02/2025
» Line BK, a social banking platform under Kasikornbank (KBank), aims for double-digit loan growth this year, supported by enhanced technological capabilities amid sluggish economic growth.
Bank of Thailand chief says local focus key to growth
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 14/09/2024
» Domestic resilience and the strength of the local economy will be key to sustaining Thailand's economic growth in the long term, especially amid a slowdown in foreign direct investment (FDI), according to the Bank of Thailand chief.
SCB EIC wary of risk to foreign investment
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 19/06/2024
» SCB EIC, a research centre under Siam Commercial Bank, has expressed concerns about heightened political risks undermining foreign investment in both financial and capital markets, as well as long-term foreign direct investment.
UOB waives cardholders' fees, interest
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 15/06/2024
» UOB Thailand has waived interest and fees for credit cardholders affected by the bank's payment apportionment system.
UOB responds to central bank directive
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 14/06/2024
» UOB Thailand plans to cancel its payment apportionment system for credit cards by the end of this month to comply with the Bank of Thailand's directive.
KBank eyes gain for regional banking
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 29/02/2024
» Kasikornbank (KBank) is projecting 20% revenue growth for its regional banking business this year, in line with economic growth in Indonesia, Vietnam and China.