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Breaking the family business curse
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 01/11/2025
» They build, they grow, then they fall. The familiar cycle of family businesses has echoed across continents for centuries. In Thailand, where family-run conglomerates dominate the economy, the question remains whether they can they break the third-generation curse?
Fund outlines path to financial hub goal
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 12/09/2025
» Thailand must sharpen its competitiveness, broaden investor access and create distinctive opportunities if it is to fulfil its ambition of becoming a global financial hub, according to recent research from the Capital Market Development Fund (CMDF).
China's imports of fruits to grow with big appetite for durians, coconuts
South China Morning Post, Published on 28/07/2025
» Growers of durian and coconut in Southeast Asia are expecting a hectic time ahead as they grapple with rising demand from mainland Chinese buyers who prefer high-quality fresh fruits against the backdrop of a weak consumption market.
Computer pioneer Microsoft turns 50 in the age of AI
AFP, Published on 31/03/2025
» SAN FRANCISCO - Microsoft has been at the heart of computing for half a century, becoming a tech stalwart almost taken for granted as lifestyles embraced the internet.
Cut the ‘gobbledygook’, Trump official tells consultants
Bloomberg News, Published on 22/03/2025
» WASHINGTON - The Trump administration is escalating its probe into consulting firms doing work for the US government, including Booz Allen Hamilton and Accenture, warning them that they must explain what they do in plain language rather than “jargon or gobbledygook”.
Bankers chase more M&A in Malaysia as deal volume nearly doubles
Bloomberg, Published on 16/07/2024
» In a tough year for dealmaking in the Asia-Pacific, Malaysia is proving to be a bright spot.
Shifting ties: Thailand's new balancing act
Business, Marthe M Hinojales and Allen Ng, Published on 05/01/2024
» Thailand finds itself at a crossroads as global geoeconomic alignments shift amid rapid changes in the technological landscape. Its top trading partners and foreign investors are changing, raising concerns about the relevance of its development model.
EV projects multiply amid green push
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 25/07/2023
» New electric vehicle (EV) projects from companies and universities are being launched to expand infrastructure for eco-friendly cars, conduct research and increase manpower in the EV industry.
Thailand tipped to be a leading EV market
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 04/07/2023
» Sales of electric vehicles (EVs) continue to gain market share globally, with Thailand and Indonesia being key markets within Asean, says a research agency.
Jaspal prepares for SET listing this year to expand
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 22/06/2023
» Jaspal, the Bangkok-based ready-to-wear clothing company, is planning to float shares on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) this year to mobilise fresh funds for expansion of its fashion and lifestyle business.