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King Bhumibol's sufficiency economy philosophy: a truly sustainable way
Business, Published on 19/12/2016
» The world is facing much uncertainty with dramatic economic, social and environmental changes at both the macro and micro levels, resulting in an increasingly uneven distribution of wealth.
Thailand Sustainability Investment: it takes two to succeed
Business, Published on 07/11/2016
» Today, one of the movements in the business world that catches investors' attention more rapidly than had previously been thought is sustainable development. Never before have investors been so enthusiastic about backing companies that focus on environment-friendliness, social responsibility and corporate governance, which lead towards continuous returns in the long run. As a result, "responsible investment" has gained popularity and related investment funds have grown accordingly.
Sustainability: a taboo word in the capitalistic world?
Business, Published on 10/10/2016
» Many people argue that capitalism is one of the main factors accelerating the deterioration of the environmental, social and governance (ESG) elements that are at the heart and soul of sustainability. In a world in which we require constantly expanding production and massive consumption at an unsustainable rate, this is increasingly dangerous to our prosperity and that of future generations.
Listed firms becoming more socially aware
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 03/05/2016
» Listed companies' awareness of environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues has increased at a rapid clip over the past four years as investors pay more attention to such concerns.
KAsset holds breath on Fed decision
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 15/09/2015
» Stocks and bonds in emerging markets including Thailand are expected to face a fresh sell-off if the US Federal Reserve raises its rate for the first time in seven years at its much-awaited policy rate call this week, says Kasikorn Asset Management (KAsset).
SET mulls quicker clearing
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 21/03/2015
» The Thai share market is considering shortening the times for clearing and settlement of securities trading to two business days from three now, effective next year.
Succession tops agenda of SET board
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 23/04/2014
» A shortlist expected to comprise three candidates for president of the Stock Exchange of Thailand will top the agenda at today's meeting of the SET board of governors.
Listed firms' earnings view down
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 11/03/2014
» Forecasts for listed companies' earnings growth this year were slashed to 9-10% from 14-15% as lingering political tensions wear on the weak economy, says the head of the Association of Securities Companies (Asco).
SET confident it can keep on trading
Business, Published on 15/01/2014
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) can continue trading as usual even if political protests last more than a month, says Bordin Unakul, executive vice-president for corporate services.
PTTGC, Thai Oil in Dow Jones indices
Published on 10/10/2013
» PTT Global Chemical and Thaioil Public Co Ltd (TOP) have been added to the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, bringing the total of Thai firms on the indices to four.