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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.
E-savings gain appeal as interest rates edge lower
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 26/01/2026
» As interest rates continue to decline, e-savings deposit accounts are emerging as an attractive option for younger Thais looking to take their first steps towards saving.
Thailand keen to host global financiers
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 05/12/2025
» Authorities are upbeat about hosting the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings 2026, hoping it will reinforce foreign confidence in Thailand's solid economic fundamentals.
Virtual banks to be announced in June
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 18/04/2025
» The Finance Ministry is scheduled to announce the list of approved virtual banks by June 19, with the Bank of Thailand confirming it will grant three banking licences in the initial stage.
SCB X in search of higher profits via wealthier customers
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 14/04/2025
» SCB X, the financial technology conglomerate and holding company of Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), is entering its third year of operations in 2025.
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.
Innovation visionary
News, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 26/10/2023
» Tan Choon Hin, President and Chief Executive Officer of UOB Thailand, was honoured with the "2023 CEO of the Year Award for Innovative Financial Visionary" by the Bangkok Post for his exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to the bank's growth and success through innovation development.
Economists weigh in on poll winners
News, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/05/2023
» The banking sector is recommending the new government prioritise elevating the country's competitiveness through the stimulation of consumption, tourism and private investment.
Krungsri forging digital transformation
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 22/05/2021
» Bank of Ayudhya (BAY), marketed under the brand Krungsri, targets becoming a full digital bank in a few years and a decentralised finance (DeFi) service provider in 5-10 years.
An appointment three decades in the making
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 04/07/2020
» The proverb "what is fated to be yours will always return to you" holds true in the case of Kattiya Indaravijaya. When she was asked about her desired job on her application form at Kasikornbank (KBank) more than 30 years ago, she filled in "CEO". And now the dream has become real.