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Crypto-backed loans allowed on novel Thai platform
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 30/01/2026
» Liberix, a Thailand-based financial services platform, has launched the country's first platform allowing users to borrow baht using Bitcoin and other digital assets as collateral, expanding the use of cryptocurrencies beyond trading and speculation.
Structural shift in capital expected
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 29/01/2026
» Thailand's capital market is set to undergo a structural transformation over 2-3 years, as global conflicts, capital flows and technological shifts redefine investment opportunities and risks, says the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (Fetco).
Group expects non-life sector to maintain growth
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 24/12/2025
» The non-life insurance industry is projected to maintain steady growth in 2026, with written premiums surging 2.5-3.5% to 303 billion baht despite rising risks from climate change, technology disruption and global economic uncertainties, says the Thai General Insurance Association (TGIA).
Dumping cash for cards
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 08/12/2025
» International travel has been transformed more in the past decade than in the previous 50 years. Flights are booked instantly, hotels auto-recommend themselves, and in many major cities, cash has vanished almost entirely.
XPG projects B1.1bn revenue this year
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 05/11/2025
» SET-listed XSpring Capital (XPG) is targeting 1.1 billion baht in revenue and 150 million baht in net profit for 2025, driven by its non-performing loan (NPL) management, expanding digital asset portfolio and strong lending growth.
BLS forecasts bourse trade at 1,280-1,300 points in Q4
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 25/09/2025
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) is projected to trade in a range of 1,280 to 1,300 points in the fourth quarter this year, supported by a modest corporate earnings recovery but capped by lingering political risks, says Bualuang Securities (BLS).
Non-life growth seen falling short
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/09/2025
» The non-life insurance industry's rate of growth is projected to fall below expectations at only 2.5% this year, but stronger expansion could be seen next year, driven by economic stimulus under the new government and increased consumer and business spending following the upcoming election.
Leasing firms wary of tighter oversight
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 19/06/2025
» Leasing firms have expressed concerns over the Bank of Thailand's move to bring auto leasing and hire-purchase businesses under its supervision, saying tighter rules could push vulnerable borrowers towards informal lending.
Gold prospers amid trade war havoc and weak dollar
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 12/04/2025
» The global gold price is projected to have a resistance level of US$3,360, says local trader Hua Seng Heng, after the safe-haven asset breached $3,200 an ounce for the first time on Friday, fuelled by a weaker dollar and the escalating trade war.
Investors urged to adjust portfolios
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 29/03/2025
» The Tisco Economic Strategy Unit (ESU) advises investors to adjust their portfolios to mitigate risks from US protectionist policies by focusing on US finance and energy stocks to capitalise on profit opportunities.