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Low-carbon economy looms
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 17/11/2025
» Thailand's carbon-intensive industries are under growing pressure to fast-track their green transition after the new government announced an ambitious plan to accelerate the country's net zero goal by 15 years, from 2065 to 2050.
Thai listed banks’ earnings rise12% in Q3
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 23/10/2025
» SET-listed banks recorded 12% year-on-year earnings growth in the third quarter of this year, supported by higher fee-based income despite a decline in interest income and loan contraction.
The lowdown on net errors and omissions
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/09/2025
» The baht has continuously appreciated this year, with the Bank of Thailand attributing it primarily to a weaker dollar. Greater clarity in domestic politics lifted investor confidence, and Thailand's gold trade further supported the currency.
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.
Bank chief calls for economic reform
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 06/09/2025
» Piti Tantakasem, chief executive at TMBThanachart Bank (ttb), has urged structural economic reform to enable the country to withstand persistent political instability.
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.
Economists tout quantitative easing for Thai monetary policy
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 22/08/2025
» Economists have proposed the Bank of Thailand explore the feasibility of adopting quantitative easing (QE) to support monetary policy should conventional interest rate cuts have a minimal effect.
The value of a financial plan
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 11/08/2025
» In recent months, Thais have faced a series of unsettling events. While the country awaits the impact of US tariffs, rising tensions along the Thai-Cambodian border add to the growing sense of unease.
UOB Thailand forecasts zero mortgage growth
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 08/08/2025
» UOB Thailand expects flat growth for its mortgage portfolio this year for the first time in several decades, in line with a contraction in the property market.
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.