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Baht to remain volatile despite foreign fund flows
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/02/2026
» Although positive domestic sentiment has supported baht appreciation against the US dollar, the local currency is expected to remain highly volatile amid persistent external uncertainties.
UOB: Economic growth depends on stability
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 11/02/2026
» Effective implementation of the new government's policies will be pivotal in building investor confidence and attracting both foreign portfolio inflows and foreign direct investment (FDI) into Thailand, according to UOB Thailand.
Baht facing unstable week amid upheaval
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 02/09/2025
» Greater baht volatility is expected this week, pressured by domestic political instability and expectations of a US policy rate cut later this month.
An investment strategy to capitalise on volatile markets
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 05/06/2025
» Amid ongoing volatility in global investment markets, SCB Julius Baer considers this period an opportunity to gradually deploy capital to international investments and stands ready to help Thai investors access world-class assets.
Banks aim to hike return on equity
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 02/01/2025
» Large local banks are aiming to increase their return on equity (ROE) to maximise profitability over the next few years. However, the financial ratio of the Thai banking industry remains relatively low compared to regional peers.
CIMBT savings accounts to expand wealth business
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 13/12/2024
» CIMB Thai Bank (CIMBT) wants to grow its savings deposit base and leverage its deposit customers to expand its wealth management business.
Currency nosedives amid more seasonal fluctuations
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 23/03/2024
» The baht plunged against the US dollar on Friday, primarily influenced by external factors, with seasonal fluctuations expected to exert continued pressure on the local currency, potentially weakening to 37 per dollar during the second quarter.
SCB aims to use joint venture for growth
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 28/04/2023
» Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) plans to expand its wealth management customer base by 12% per year for the next 3-5 years, hoping to raise its fee-based income.
LGT foresees long-term growth in Thailand
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/03/2023
» LGT Private Banking, an international private bank owned by the House of Liechtenstein, plans to continue growing business in Thailand over the longer term as it foresees greater opportunities here.
Private bank says foreign investors upbeat on Thai stocks
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/02/2023
» Foreign investors hold an optimistic view of Thailand's stock market this year thanks to the country's economic recovery, driven by the tourism sector and China's reopening, says an investment analyst.