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New House speaker propels Thai stocks
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 05/07/2023
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) rebounded modestly on Tuesday as investors hailed the selection of a House speaker as a breakthrough in the political impasse, ahead of the parliamentary vote for a new prime minister later this month.
Investor confidence takes a nosedive
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 08/06/2023
» The investor confidence index retreated to bearish territory for the first time in eight months in May as political conflicts and an economic slowdown undermined sentiment, suppressing the positive impact of a tourism recovery, says the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (Fetco).
SCB CIO sees limited impact from stimulus steps
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 25/05/2023
» The potential impact of the new government's stimulus measures on the economy is likely to be limited, while the stock market has already factored in risks related to political issues, says the SCB Chief Investment Office (SCB CIO).
Stocks rise as political fears subside
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 19/05/2023
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) returned to positive territory on Thursday after falling for three consecutive days following Sunday's election, with the victorious Move Forward Party (MFP) announcing a plan to form a coalition government with 313 members of parliament.
Fitch upbeat on post-poll outlook for bank sector
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 18/05/2023
» Pro-growth policies and the absence of protests after the election are positive signs for Thai banks and the economy, but uncertainties remain as the winning parties try to form a coalition government, says global financial information provider Fitch Group.
Analysts upbeat on Thai growth outlook
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 17/05/2023
» Thailand's economic growth is expected to accelerate in the final nine months of this year, even as the global economy teeters near a recession, thanks partly to a lift following the May 14 election, analysts say.
Can Yoon heal South Korea?
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 21/03/2022
» In the run-up to the South Korean presidential election on March 9, most observers were focusing mainly on regional implications the poll might have and the regional agendas that the new leader of Asia's fourth-largest economy would pursue.
Asean's next move
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 29/11/2021
» The coronavirus pandemic has taken a severe toll on Asean countries again this year, with millions infected and tens of thousands of fatalities. While the worst of the surge appears to have passed, recovery will depend on pandemic management, especially the pace and efficacy of vaccinations, and response to the risks of new variants emerging.
Facebook needs a serious fix
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 11/10/2021
» Over the years, we have seen an increasing number of people worldwide becoming hugely reliant on Facebook, using the platform of the social media giant to connect with loved ones or reconnect with lost ones.
Huge tasks for Japan's new leader
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 04/10/2021
» When I first heard that two women -- Sanae Takaichi and Seiko Noda -- were seeking the leadership of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), I was blessed with a hopeful thought that maybe the result of last Wednesday's election could bring real change to Japanese society.