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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.
New central bank governor envisions expanded role
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/11/2025
» The new governor of the Bank of Thailand wants to get more involved with the country's structural challenges and real sector issues, expanding the bank's role beyond its traditional focus on economic stability.
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.
Pundits see SMEs facing tough times
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 15/07/2025
» Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are expected to face increased challenges due to renegotiations concerning the US's reciprocal tariffs, potentially resulting in further closures, according to two research houses.
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.
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.
Improved economic data in July
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 31/08/2024
» Economic data in July improved from the previous month, mainly attributed to exports and tourism, according to the Bank of Thailand.
Factory closures a growing concern
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/06/2024
» Kiatnakin Phatra Financial Group (KKP) has expressed growing concern over the weakening of Thailand's manufacturing sector after a surge in factory closures.
KBank eases digital loans to improve asset quality
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 07/05/2024
» Kasikornbank (KBank) has opted to slow the pace of its digital personal loan business to refine its business model, improving control of the quality of its loan products.
K-Research frets over large budget
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/09/2023
» Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research) is increasingly concerned about Thailand's sovereign credit rating because of the large budget needed to fund the government's stimulus schemes.