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Interest evergreen for prime real estate
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 06/11/2025
» Despite a 41% plunge in the total value of land transactions nationwide -- the lowest in 15 years and occurring during an economic slowdown -- land prices in Bangkok's central business district (CBD) continued to climb, with Sukhumvit recording the sharpest increase at 10%.
New Bangkok condos being offered at 2015 prices
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 16/09/2025
» Some new condominiums launched recently in Bangkok have been priced at levels similar to those seen a decade ago, as developers settle for slim margins to draw buyers with limited purchasing power, according to the Thai Condominium Association.
Knight Frank points to vulnerable sectors
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 09/07/2025
» The notification by letter yesterday stating that the US plans to maintain a 36% import duty on Thai goods is expected to affect manufacturing, logistics and industrial real estate as Thailand risks losing its appeal to foreign investors, according to property consultancy Knight Frank Thailand.
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.
Condo developers struggle with B80bn debt mountain
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 13/03/2025
» A mismatch between loan terms and project durations has forced developers with substantial condo inventory to grapple with short-term debt obligations, with over 80 billion baht in debentures due for repayment this year, according to Asia Plus Securities (ASPS).
Developers warned over unsold homes
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 12/09/2023
» Kasikorn Research Center has warned developers to be more cautious about launching new residential supply due to increasing amounts of unsold inventory, rising costs, and a declining population.
Residential market records 29.1% drop in new sales in Q1
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 31/07/2023
» The residential property market witnessed a significant 29.1% drop in new sales in the first quarter of 2023, with condos being the primary factor contributing to the slowdown.
Bangkok Bank warns of glut in low-rise housing
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 12/10/2020
» Bangkok Bank has warned of a possible oversupply in the low-rise housing market in Greater Bangkok as many developers flee the sluggish condo sector for the segment.
Furore over LTV rules continues
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 22/10/2018
» The Bank of Thailand's new requirements meant to improve mortgage lending quality and curb rampant search-for-yield behaviour in the residential market remain a subject of debate among developers, notably in Greater Bangkok, where mass transit development has ignited the property market's expansion.
Saha grumbles as strong baht carries on
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 06/06/2018
» Saha Group, the country's biggest consumer goods conglomerate, has warned that the continued strong baht could weaken consumer purchasing power in the second half of the year even as the economy heats up.