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Developers scurry to secure prices
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 02/04/2026
» Residential developers are rushing to lock in construction material prices through upfront cash payments and bulk purchase agreements, while optimising logistics for cost efficiency ahead of further increases driven by surging oil prices.
Built To Build rules out price hikes despite soaring oil costs
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 12/03/2026
» Homebuilder Built To Build Group says it will freeze prices for contracted clients despite rising oil prices fuelled by war in the Middle East, expressing confidence the conflict will subside by the end of this month.
Sansiri confident amid global turmoil
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 11/03/2026
» Construction costs for housing and condo projects already launched remain largely unaffected by global uncertainties, although a prolonged rise in oil prices could push up building costs for new developments, says SET-listed developer Sansiri.
TOA banks on premium paints as growth sags
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 05/03/2026
» SET-listed TOA Paint (Thailand) plans to continue launching new products in the premium segment while expanding into the economy segment amid a slowing economic outlook, targeting 4% sales growth this year.
Noble investor to take control
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 11/09/2025
» The co-chief executive of SET-listed Noble Development, currently its second-largest shareholder, is set to become its largest shareholder, with restructuring expected to be completed by mid-2026 as part of the company's transition plans.
Quelling the tremors of March 28
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 07/06/2025
» The earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28 sent tremors through many high-rise buildings in Bangkok, shaking not just the structures but also buyer confidence, if only briefly.
US tariffs to keep Thai housing in doldrums
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 29/04/2025
» Despite the reduction in transfer and mortgage fees and the easing of loan-to-value (LTV) limits, the housing market will continue to slow as consumers hold back spending amid economic uncertainties caused by US tariffs.
Contractors warned of looming private sector hazards
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 28/04/2025
» SET-listed contractors heavily reliant on private sector construction may face challenges next year due to the economic slowdown, while those focused on public projects will likely benefit from reduced competition, according to Kasikorn Securities.
Residential prices increase in Q4 of 2024
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 10/02/2025
» Residential prices in urban areas and along mass transit lines continued to rise in the fourth quarter of 2024, as soaring land and construction costs pushed up prices for new launches, according to the Real Estate Information Center (REIC).
Projected growth seen boosting housing demand next year
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 19/11/2024
» The projected economic growth for 2025, along with measures to address household debt, support for vulnerable groups and an anticipated increase in foreign arrivals, are expected to boost housing demand after an estimated 4.4% decline in 2024.