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Sugar tycoons branch into hotel investments
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 04/03/2026
» The second-generation owners of Rajburi Sugar Group have diversified into hotel investments, spending more than 1.5 billion baht to acquire and renovate Impiana Resort Chaweng Noi in Samui and Pullman Khon Kaen.
Developers' Q1 profits plunge to decade-low
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 04/06/2025
» The first-quarter net profit of 10 SET-listed residential developers has fallen to 3.56 billion baht, the lowest level in over a decade and less than half the five-year average, attributed to the economic slowdown and sluggish housing demand, Kasikorn Securities reported.
Mortgage rejection rates expected to remain high
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 10/04/2025
» Mortgage rejection rates are anticipated to remain elevated due to persistent global economic headwinds, though eased loan-to-value (LTV) limits and lower fees may help support a recovery in the housing market, according to banks and developers.
A closer look at Phuket's boom
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 04/11/2024
» The Phuket property market is expected to prolong its growth after posting another record high this year.
Developers call for clearer environmental reports
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 01/11/2023
» Condo developers are urging environmental impact assessment (EIA) reports to be reviewed based on clear standards, aiming to reduce subjective judgements because a delayed assessment process increases development costs.
A relationship built on trust
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 02/09/2023
» Japanese property firm Mitsubishi Estate is committed to continue its investments in Thailand, demonstrating its confidence in its partner AP Thailand Plc and the local market.
CPanel sees prospects for precast concrete
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 25/08/2023
» The new government's pledge to increase the daily minimum wage to 600 baht as well as the Ashton Asoke case should help the already robust precast concrete industry, according to MAI-listed precast concrete producer CPanel.
Condo ruling could affect financing
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 11/08/2023
» The Ashton Asoke case, in which the condo was ordered to have its construction permit revoked, will have an impact on property developers who depend on issuing debt instruments and securing loans for funding, as lenders are becoming more hesitant, according to developers.
Ashton Asoke condo move raises eyebrows
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 02/08/2023
» The Supreme Administrative Court's ruling last Thursday, which revoked the receipt of notification of intention for construction or modification of the building granted to the already-finished-and-transferred 50-storey Ashton Asoke condo project, caused a stir among the public, leaving people curious about the case and its potential outcome.
Zoning shift for Natai Beach spurs hope
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 08/05/2023
» Based on its proximity to Phuket and its airport, Natai Beach is poised to become an international tourist destination, with several property developers ready to start their projects once a new town plan comes into effect.