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Grab spots 2023 consumer trends
Business, Tharittawat Samejaidee, Published on 29/12/2022
» Super-app Grab has underscored healthy menus, afternoon snacks and delivery subscriptions as consumer trends that merchants should pay attention to next year.
Smartphone shipments dip in Q3 as inflation bites
Business, Tharittawat Samejaidee, Published on 17/12/2022
» Thailand's overall smartphone shipments dropped 12% year-on-year in the third quarter, particularly for entry-level handsets, as inflation delayed people's purchasing decisions, says global tech market analysis firm Counterpoint.
E-commerce growth to slow in 2023 as local market saturates
Business, Tharittawat Samejaidee, Published on 15/12/2022
» The growth of business-to-consumer (B2C) e-commerce is expected to soften to 4-6% in 2023, the slowest rise in three years, caused by market saturation in the wake of the pandemic coupled with high inflation, says Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research).
Consumer group petitions Norwegian embassy in Thailand
Business, Tharittawat Samejaidee, Published on 11/08/2022
» Consumer advocates on Wednesday submitted a petition to the Norwegian embassy in Bangkok, expressing opposition to the planned merger of True Corporation and Total Access Communication (DTAC), saying the move could take a toll on consumer interest due to lower competition and cause a higher risk of privacy violations.
Talent required to enlarge AI sector
Business, Tharittawat Samejaidee, Published on 29/03/2021
» A critical shortage of people skilled in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) in Thailand is hampering the growth of local AI companies despite strong demand for the technology, says the newly established Artificial Intelligence Entrepreneur Association of Thailand (AIEAT).
Online trade with China beckons
Business, Tharittawat Samejaidee, Published on 20/03/2021
» China has bounced back economically from the pandemic, with an upsurge in trade with Thailand last year, opening the door for Thai producers struggling with low demand elsewhere to pivot towards the mainland, particularly via e-commerce, say officials and trade networks.
Com7 changes tack to focus on DIY segment
Business, Tharittawat Samejaidee, Published on 20/11/2020
» SET-listed IT retail chain Com7 is turning its focus to the assembled desktop computer market, a flourishing 24-billion-baht segment in Thailand driven by strong usage for gaming and graphic design work.
FSMART to sell insurance policies via vending machines
Business, Tharittawat Samejaidee, Published on 07/09/2020
» MAI-listed Forth Smart Service (FSMART), the country's largest top-up machine provider under the Boonterm brand, aims to sell insurance products through its vending machines in cooperation with insurance broker TQM Corporation from the middle of this month.
Phone maker Realme sets sights on No.3 spot
Business, Tharittawat Samejaidee, Published on 29/08/2020
» After gaining ground in Thailand's smartphone market this year, Chinese smartphone maker Realme is gearing up for a roll-out of smart accessories and devices to catch the wave of 5G network expansion and modern lifestyles, with a plan to usher in 50 items this year.
InTouch allots B200m a year for startups
Business, Tharittawat Samejaidee, Published on 14/05/2020
» InTouch Holdings Plc is looking to invest 200 million baht a year in startups involved with 5G and advanced technology via its venture capital arm InVent as part of a move to explore more revenue from growing businesses.