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Examining the crux of the credit crunch
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 18/10/2025
» Thailand's residential property sector is grappling with a severe credit crunch, as mortgage rejection rates have surged to an unprecedented 80% this year, up sharply from around 30% during the pandemic, according to developers.
Condo buyers appraise developers following quake
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 21/04/2025
» Condo buyers have become more cautious, selecting developers that act responsibly and respond effectively to crises after the recent earthquake raised safety concerns in Bangkok's high-rise condo market.
Chinese crucial to Phuket in Q4
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 08/07/2024
» August will be a critical month to gauge the number of Chinese tourists in Phuket during the fourth quarter, as the condo market on the island is projected to have the highest launch of new supply in its history.
L.P.N. to offer virtual house tours
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 12/10/2023
» SET-listed residential developer L.P.N. Development plans to use augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) to introduce new low-rise housing projects, reducing the preparation time before launching in response to rising costs.
Sansiri eyes B150bn projects
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 12/01/2022
» SET-listed developer Sansiri Plc will spend 20 billion baht to launch new residential projects worth a combined 150 billion baht, with a presales target of 120 billion baht during 2022-24.
Sansiri launches financial planner scheme
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 03/03/2021
» SET-listed developer Sansiri Plc launched a financial planner programme to tap first-time homebuyers and freelancers, aiming to capitalise on this growing segment as it will enter the lower-priced condo market this year.
AWC keen on ailing hotels
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 27/10/2020
» SET-listed Asset World Corp Plc (AWC), a property arm owned by the Sirivadhanabhakdi family, is continuing with its investment plan of 30 billion baht for 2021-25 and is keen to buy cash-strapped hotels in Thailand.
Virus crisis prompts swift action at Sansiri
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 27/04/2020
» In preparation for the Covid-19 pandemic possibly lasting longer than one year, SET-listed developer Sansiri Plc is adopting a speed-to-market strategy, improving after-sale services, promoting social distancing at its projects and redesigning products to adapt to the "new normal".
Kohler talks up smart mirrors, faucets
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 29/11/2018
» Kohler Co, an American sanitaryware and kitchenware producer, plans to introduce smart bathroom mirrors and kitchen faucets next year to boost its sales growth in Thailand to at least 10%.
Small developers must focus on quality
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 16/01/2018
» Small and medium-sized property developers should pay attention to construction quality and after-sales services rather than competing to buy unreasonably priced plots, says property veteran Anant Asavabhokhin.