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Banker slams parties' household debt vows
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/02/2026
» As political parties compete to offer quick relief for struggling households, a leading Thai banker warns the country's debt crisis cannot be resolved with tax revenues or government spending alone.
Bangkok Bank, MIT aid SMEs and farmers
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 03/11/2025
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) is partnering with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), a well-known educational institution, to bring the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital innovation to Thai small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the agricultural sector.
A pioneer in the credit card industry
News, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 13/03/2025
» With an exceptional management approach that emphasises the development of human resources alongside technology to drive business growth in the digital era, Pittaya Vorapanyaskul, president and chief executive of Krungthai Card Plc (KTC), is among the Women of the Year 2025.
Investment inflows set to hit record high
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 20/02/2025
» Thailand's investment applications are expected to reach a record high in 2025 for the second year in a row, fuelled by strong foreign direct investment (FDI) amid escalating US-China trade tensions, according to Krungthai Compass, a research centre under Krungthai Bank.
2.4 million ‘at-risk’ borrowers a big concern
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/09/2024
» Borrowers with debts exceeding 1 million baht each represent the greatest concern for the country as household debt accumulates, a new survey shows.
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).
UOB eyes partners to help SMEs hit sustainability goals
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 06/04/2024
» UOB Thailand has teamed up with the government and private sector to assist local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in their transition towards business sustainability.
MPC calls for human capital investment
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 23/01/2024
» Thailand needs human capital investment for sustained growth in the long term amid the sluggish economy post-pandemic, says a member of the Bank of Thailand's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC).
How interest rates affect household debt
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/11/2023
» Elevated interest rates became the topic of public discussion recently after a homebuyer posted her home instalment payment of 10,900 baht on social media, of which the principal accounted for only five baht, while interest expense was 10,894.5 baht.
Bank of Thailand governor proposes fiscal suggestions
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 15/09/2023
» The government's economic policies should be considered in terms of their medium-term impact amid concerns about fiscal instability, says the head of the Bank of Thailand.