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Growth to hit new depths
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 29/01/2026
» Thailand's economic growth this year is set to sink to a decade-long low, excluding the Covid-19 shock, as deep-seated structural problems, corruption and grey capital continue to weigh on the economy, Bank of Thailand governor Vitai Ratanakorn has warned.
HSBC sets digital transactions goal
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 29/04/2025
» HSBC Thailand aims to become the No.1 foreign bank for digital transaction banking solutions in the Thai market, in line with the country's strong growth in digital banking adoption.
Thai auto sector urged to brace for impact of US tariffs
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/03/2025
» The local automotive industry must prepare for the impact of US reciprocal tariff measures set to take effect next month, which could pile further pressure on the sector, according to Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research).
LTV ratio rejig offers promise
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 11/03/2025
» Amid slower economic growth, the expected easing of the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio is likely to provide limited support for mortgage loans, says the Housing Finance Association.
Krungsri: Auto sales to rebound in 2025
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 05/03/2025
» Home and car sales are projected to grow at a low rate this year, bouncing back from deep contractions in 2024, as the economy expands slower than regional peers, according to Krungsri Research.
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.
KBank upgrades systems to fortify core infrastructure
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 08/01/2025
» Kasikornbank (KBank) has strengthened its infrastructure by upgrading its core banking and credit scoring systems, aimed at enhancing its business capabilities and improving asset quality management amid ongoing economic uncertainties.
Driving regional growth: UOB’s vision for Thailand
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 11/12/2024
» UOB Thailand is poised to support business clients with their regional expansion, capitalising on Southeast Asia’s growth potential, while also helping Thai individuals access financial services more effectively amidst growing household debt.
Finno Efra preps for listing
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 20/08/2024
» Krungsri Finnovate (KFin), the corporate venture capital arm of Bank of Ayudhya (Krungsri), has partnered with EfraStructure Co to launch a private equity trust aimed at supporting local startups and investing in tech startups across Asean.
Loan growth slows amid credit crunch
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 14/08/2024
» Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research) has slashed its total loan growth projection for the banking industry in 2024 to 1.5% from an earlier forecast of 2.5-3.5%.