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Regulator nixes launch of Bitcoin ETFs
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 17/01/2024
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says it does not plan to allow asset management firms to launch spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in Thailand at the moment after its US counterpart approved the establishment of 11 Bitcoin ETFs last week.
Local rates seen lower in 2024
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 16/01/2024
» Institutional investors expect Thailand's policy interest rate to be cut by 0.25% to 2.25% this year, recommending an overweight position in fixed income assets, according to the Association of Investment Management Companies (AIMC).
Bonds worth B890bn due for redemption in 2024
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 11/01/2024
» Some 890 billion baht worth of long-term corporate bonds are due for redemption this year, nearly all investment-grade bonds, with 73 billion baht holding maturity dates this month, says the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).
Depositary receipt investments poised to proliferate
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 02/01/2024
» Depositary receipts (DRs) are expected to be increasingly popular with Thai investors in 2024 because they facilitate investment in well-known foreign stocks, allowing portfolio diversification and substantial returns, say executives.
Bualuang Securities sees SET index reaching 1,600 points next year
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/12/2023
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index is projected to reach 1,600 points next year, up from 1,400 points at present, as the improving economy should enhance the recovery of the bourse, according to Bualuang Securities (BLS).
Insurance foresees 5-6% growth next year
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 20/12/2023
» The insurance industry is projected to expand 5-6% in 2024 with premiums of 301-303 billion baht thanks to the high growth of electric vehicle (EV) and health insurance, says the Thai General Insurance Association (TGIA).
Firms want hand in forming policies
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 07/12/2023
» Executives of Thai listed companies want the government to refrain from increasing the country's fiscal burden and distorting markets, while seeking private sector participation in formulating policies, according to a survey by the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET).
Tisco offers tips for bonds and stocks
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 04/12/2023
» Tisco Advisory recommends investors opt for foreign bonds, real estate investment trusts (REITs) and healthcare and technology stocks to hedge against negative factors next year.
Tax-deductible stocking stuffers
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 04/12/2023
» The time of year is approaching when money-savvy investors search for tax-deductible options that offer reasonable returns.
Valuation of Thai bonds up 5.8% in first 9 months
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 09/10/2023
» Thai bond valuations soared by 5.8% to 16.7 trillion baht in the first nine months this year, with government and corporate bonds being the main drivers of the increase, according to the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).