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Bank of Thailand to monitor KBank after Gulf purchase
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 18/02/2026
» The Bank of Thailand is monitoring the increased shareholding in Kasikornbank (KBank) of 10% by Gulf Development Plc, saying KBank will be placed under intensified supervisory oversight.
SME loans to be aided by programmes
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/02/2026
» Despite weak loan growth in the banking sector, economists believe existing schemes will be sufficient to support lending for two years, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Line BK growth continues 5 years on
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 20/10/2025
» After five years of operation, Line BK, a pioneering digital banking platform in Thailand, continues to post solid business momentum and remains confident in its competitiveness as virtual banks prepare their functions.
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.
KBank touts sustainability solutions
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 30/05/2025
» Kasikornbank (KBank), a leading player in Thailand's carbon credit market, is committed to developing innovative solutions to promote the country's sustainability.
Banks help sugar farmers combat PM2.5
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 28/04/2025
» The amount of PM2.5 air pollution has increased in Thailand in recent years, driven by multiple factors such as industrial manufacturing, the widespread use of internal combustion engine-powered vehicles, and the open burning of garbage and agricultural crop residue.
Bangkok Bank gears up for sustainability scheme
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 29/03/2025
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) is prepared to align with the second phase of the Bank of Thailand's taxonomy initiative, supporting local businesses in their transition to sustainability.
SCB welcomes digital transformation
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 03/12/2024
» Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) is revamping its core banking system, aiming to enhance its digital banking services and address rising competition from virtual banks.
Call for national asset management firm
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 17/09/2024
» SCB EIC, the research centre under Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), says the government should establish a national asset management company (AMC) to prepare for a potential increase in non-performing loans (NPLs) within the banking industry.
Bank of Thailand mulls new credit model for SMEs
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 05/06/2024
» The Bank of Thailand is exploring a tripartite credit guarantee model used by other countries to improve funding access for Thai small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).