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Banker slams parties' household debt vows
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/02/2026
» As political parties compete to offer quick relief for struggling households, a leading Thai banker warns the country's debt crisis cannot be resolved with tax revenues or government spending alone.
Baht set to rise against the dollar
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/08/2024
» The baht is expected to strengthen against the greenback this week, potentially reaching 33.50-33.75 baht per dollar, following its rise to the highest level in 13 months. This appreciation is largely driven by the weakening dollar, which has been impacted by the US Federal Reserve's signal of a potential rate cut next month.
UOB chief champions rise of sustainable financing
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/05/2023
» United Overseas Bank (UOB) has developed green frameworks to provide companies with simplified access to green and sustainable financing so that they can build resilient businesses, said Tan Choon Hin, president and CEO of UOB Thailand.
World Bank cites risks to outlook
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/07/2019
» Political uncertainty is a major risk sapping investor and consumer confidence and clouding the country's economic outlook, the World Bank says.
BoT tells banks to tackle cybersecurity
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 07/08/2018
» The Bank of Thailand has instructed all banks to make cybersecurity a priority, develop systems to tackle unauthorised access and offer compensation in the event of financial losses from a data breach.