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Optimism over new government's budget
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/02/2026
» The World Bank expects the formation of Thailand's new government and the disbursement of the fiscal 2027 budget to proceed on schedule, helping the country to achieve economic growth of 1.6% this year.
New SCB chief likely to move over from card division
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 13/01/2026
» SCB X Group, a financial technology conglomerate and holding company of Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), looks set to appoint the head of Card X as SCB's next top executive as the group prepares for broad management changes.
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.
Bangkok Bank focused on wealthy credit card users
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 19/11/2025
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) plans to focus on the upper income segment for its credit card business as it aims to maintain its wealth customer base.
CIMBT targets higher bancassurance revenue
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 05/11/2025
» CIMB Thai Bank (CIMBT) wants to strengthen its bancassurance business to support fee-based income, offsetting sluggish loan growth.
Bangkok Bank touts Thai SMEs in Indonesia
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 03/07/2025
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) stands ready to support Thai medium-sized enterprises expanding to Indonesia, where opportunities are growing across various supply chain industries.
KKP forges partnership with Goldman Sachs unit
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 20/06/2025
» Kiatnakin Phatra Financial Group (KKP) has partnered with Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) in a move to sustain the growth of its wealth management business over the next five years.
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.
Baht poised to weaken further
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 14/05/2025
» The baht is expected to depreciate to around 33.80 against the US dollar this week, driven by a firmer greenback following the temporary pause in the US-China tariff war.
Two giants, one vision: SCB WEALTH and BlackRock forge global investment power for Thai investors
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 13/05/2025
» SCB WEALTH, a key business unit of SCB, is dedicated to enhancing the wealth of Thai investors and expanding opportunities for global investments. SCB launched partnership with BlackRock who is the world’s largest asset management company. By partnering with BlackRock, a company that shares the same business philosophy, both organizations emphasize the customer-centric approach, focusing on developing investment products that truly meet clients’ needs. SCB WEALTH views wealth management as a long-term investment, ensuring a strong financial future under the concept of “Your Success. Our Success.”