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World Bank calls for rejig of growth model
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 06/02/2026
» Thailand should use the global spotlight from hosting the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in October this year to reposition its economic growth model, according to a senior World Bank official.
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.
Joint initiative touts sustainable living
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 22/09/2025
» Consumers have the power to drive sustainability through their spending choices, especially when it comes to home products and energy use.
Banks ramp up green initiatives
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 04/08/2025
» In advancing sustainable business practices, banks are doing more than offering green financial services to clients.
Funding a sustainable revolution
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/06/2025
» Thailand is transitioning to a sustainable economy, marked in part by the implementation of Thailand Taxonomy Phase 2 on May 27, 2025, which focuses on a sustainable finance framework.
Banks help sugar farmers combat PM2.5
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 28/04/2025
» The amount of PM2.5 air pollution has increased in Thailand in recent years, driven by multiple factors such as industrial manufacturing, the widespread use of internal combustion engine-powered vehicles, and the open burning of garbage and agricultural crop residue.
Bangkok Bank posts 20% uptick in net profit in first quarter
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 19/04/2025
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) reported 20% year-on-year growth in net profit for the first quarter of 2025, supported by a sharp increase in fee-based income, despite a contraction in loan volume.
Bangkok Bank gears up for sustainability scheme
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 29/03/2025
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) is prepared to align with the second phase of the Bank of Thailand's taxonomy initiative, supporting local businesses in their transition to sustainability.
HSBC touts Thailand's long-term growth potential
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 28/03/2025
» HSBC Thailand remains committed to supporting the Thai economy amid heightened global uncertainties, demonstrating its confidence in the country's long-term growth potential.
Regional banking boost for Krungsri
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 04/03/2025
» Krungsri (Bank of Ayudhya) reported its regional banking business accounted for 20% of total revenue, primarily attributed to high-yield loan products.