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Bond market steady, but risks remain
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 08/01/2026
» Thailand's bond market is expected to remain stable in 2026, with corporate bond issuance projected at 900 billion baht, reflecting corporates' reliance on the debt market amid subdued economic growth and expectations of easing interest rates, says the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).
SEC poised to launch Securities Bureau
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 04/11/2025
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) expects to launch the Securities Data Exchange Platform, also known as the Securities Bureau, by early 2026 as part of efforts to strengthen risk management in the brokerage system.
Crowdfunding industry sees steep contraction in first half
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 19/08/2025
» Thailand's crowdfunding industry faced a steep contraction in the first half of 2025, with fundraising volumes plunging 60% year-on-year to 733 million baht, amid tightening liquidity and rising non-performing loans (NPLs), according to crowdfunding provider Investree.
ThaiBMA reveals growing trend of bond defaults, delays
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 07/07/2025
» The Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA) has revealed a growing trend of bond payment defaults and delays in 2025, particularly among small-cap issuers facing liquidity challenges due to Thailand's economic slowdown.
Green bonds financing the future
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 30/06/2025
» As the world navigates the transition towards sustainability, Thailand's environmental, social and governance (ESG) bond market has steadily gained ground, though it does not make loud headlines.
Regulator demands NR Instant Produce must revise statements
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 02/06/2025
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has instructed NR Instant Produce (NRF) to revise its full-year 2024 and 2025 first-quarter financial statements, citing issues related to the accounting treatment of its shareholding changes in Kairous Asia Ltd (KAL).
Corporate bond issuance estimated at B850-900bn
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 08/04/2025
» The Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA) projects the value of corporate bond issuance will range between 850-900 billion baht in 2025, similar to the previous year, amid the economic slowdown and impacts from the recent earthquake.
Sustainable this year's investment buzzword
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 10/02/2025
» Sustainable investments, including through ESG funds, are gaining traction with investors around the world, says Morningstar, describing them as a key trend for 2025.
Sabuy bondholders get SEC notification
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 12/12/2024
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has notified bondholders of Sabuy Technology (SABUY) of four series to exercise their rights during bondholder meetings scheduled for Thursday.
Bond defaults total B25bn, but conditions ease this year
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 13/09/2024
» Corporate bonds worth more than 25 billion baht have postponed payments this year, according to the Thai Bond Market Association (TBMA), noting that fewer defaults are expected for the remainder of 2024 as economic conditions improve, with interest rates on a downward trend.