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Call to let foreigners buy more insurance
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 12/02/2026
» Allowing foreigners to buy insurance policies in Thailand with foreign currencies, particularly yuan, would lift the domestic insurance industry, which is pressured by low interest rates and a sluggish economy, says the Thai unit of French insurer AXA.
Securities and Exchange Commission moves to protect Thai assets on Upbit Exchange
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 29/11/2025
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken steps to ensure cryptocurrency deposited with Upbit Exchange (Thailand) is safe after its South Korean parent became the latest exchange to suffer an attack, resulting in the loss of roughly 54 billion won (US$36.8 million).
Chow Tai Fook keen to expand abroad
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 24/10/2025
» The rebounding tourism sector not only gives a boost to local hotels and tourism-related businesses, but also to Chinese jewellery brand Chow Tai Fook as the Hong Kong-listed firm aims to capitalise on the growth of affluent Chinese travellers and a growing middle class in Southeast Asia.
Auto loans likely static for rest of 2025
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 15/10/2025
» Auto hire-purchase lending is likely to remain flat in the second half of 2025 despite falling interest rates and competitive new car pricing, says Tris Rating, citing cautious lending practices, weak consumer purchasing power, a glut of used cars and limited truck demand.
Binance keen to develop Thailand as crypto hub
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 30/09/2025
» Thailand has ample potential to become a cryptocurrency hub in Asia-Pacific, says Binance, as the world's largest crypto exchange operator identified three pillars to capitalise on growth in the fast-growing region.
Brokerages upbeat on political rejig
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 04/09/2025
» Stock market analysts have welcomed the announced parliament dissolution, saying it could pave the way for a general election earlier than expected, possibly driving economic growth to a range of 2.5-3%.
Central takeover of Dusit Thani wrangle continues
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 29/08/2025
» A takeover by Central Pattana Plc (CPN) would be considered a positive for Dusit Thani as shares of the SET-listed hospitality group soared significantly on Thursday, amid the intensifying rift between its major shareholders, say analysts.
Tourism sector braces for impact of border spat
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 31/07/2025
» The tourism sector will start to feel the impact of the Cambodia border conflict if both sides do not completely end fighting within two weeks, and if the cross-border committee in Cambodia does not convene as scheduled on Aug 4, say analysts.
Delta sees impact on supply chain from tariffs
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 30/07/2025
» Delta Electronics, Thailand's largest electronics firm by market capitalisation, says Southeast Asia and India will continue to be its powerhouse to serve global customers, but it is concerned that US tariffs will cause a medium-term impact on the supply chain.
Frasers expands its regional presence
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 08/07/2025
» Frasers Property, the Singapore-based property developer and management company of the Sirivadhanabhakdi family, is deepening its presence in Thailand, Vietnam and Singapore to build a resilient portfolio amid an increasingly uncertain global environment.