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Analysts warn of war's impact on sector
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 19/03/2026
» Thai banks risk realising negative impacts from the US-Israeli military strikes on Iran, especially if oil prices remain above US$100 per barrel, potentially forcing them to set aside extra provisions or expected credit losses for management overlay from the conflicts, say analysts.
Japanese firms call for stimulus
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/08/2025
» Japanese companies operating in Thailand have voiced concerns regarding the country's prolonged border conflict with Cambodia and sluggish domestic demand, calling on the government to launch new stimulus to prop up the economy.
RML adds flagship One City Center property to REIT
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 23/12/2024
» Raimon Land Plc (RML) plans to include its flagship One City Centre (OCC) property in central Bangkok, valued at 14.8 billion baht, in a real estate investment trust (REIT) as part of its strategy to enhance long-term financial stability.
Boost seen from Thai Airways rehab exit
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 22/10/2024
» Creditors of Thai Airways International (THAI), especially Bangkok Bank (BBL) and Krungthai Bank (KTB), will receive a boost from the national carrier's planned exit from its rehabilitation plan in mid-2025 as the banks are being given multiple options for debt repayment, analysts say.
Narongdej family fully backs Raimon Land's capital increase
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 04/09/2024
» The Narongdej family is fully committed to Raimon Land's (RML) ongoing capital increase, says the company's chairman, noting that the completed and ongoing projects of the listed luxury property developer would generate more than 30 billion baht in revenue over the next 1-3 years.
Bank of Thailand policy focuses on ensuring smooth landing
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 24/08/2023
» The Bank of Thailand's policy consideration is focused on ensuring a smooth landing for the economy as tourist spending and exports have been lower than expected, according to the central bank governor.
Hun Sen's Myanmar gamble
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 17/01/2022
» I'm not a fan of Hun Sen, the strongman who has ruled Cambodia for more than 38 years. A co-premier from 1993-97 before seizing power in a 1997 coup, the Cambodian leader has won all subsequent elections while political rivals have been jailed or exiled and critical media crushed. His legacy appears secure now that his Cambodian People's Party has endorsed his eldest son, 44-year-old army commander Hun Manet, as "future prime minister".
We need better leadership
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 19/10/2020
» As the political temperature in Thailand is rising again, with thousands of young people on the streets to voice their displeasure with the government, the country is looking for strong yet sensible leadership. I think all of you agree.
Challenging times for Asean
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 25/02/2019
» These are challenging times for Southeast Asian countries. On the economic front, China's slowdown is becoming more pronounced, which could have dire consequences since it is Asean's largest export market and a major source of foreign direct investment (FDI) to the region.
The next 140 years
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 08/10/2018
» After expanding aggressively in Southeast Asia, mostly in the capital-intensive power business, Bangkok-based B.Grimm Group is preparing to take the next steps to transform itself into "a real international company".