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Fear of fallout over baht's rise
Business, Published on 22/01/2018
» The baht's continuous rise is once again the topic of contentious discussions, with businesses operating in the real sector making the most noise.
SET seeks clarity on ICOs
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 19/01/2018
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand is waiting for greater clarity on initial coin offering (ICO) regulations, but the SET admits that such digital crowdfunding could be considered as a security if it falls into an exchangeable criteria.
Central bank steps up fines for market conduct violators
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 18/01/2018
» The Bank of Thailand is escalating the punishment for banks that violate the regulator's market conduct rules.
The value of old money
Life, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 15/01/2018
» High-tech library, co-working space and museum rolled into one, the Bank of Thailand's new Learning Center -- recently opened to commemorate its 75th anniversary -- is shaping up to be Bangkok's latest riverside destination. Situated right by the Chao Phraya, with a picturesque view of the river, the centre is located across from the Bank of Thailand offices under the Rama VIII bridge, and sees a 50-year-old maximum-security note-printing facility transformed into a spacious and serene public library.
Large banks embrace debt fund-raising
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 15/01/2018
» Large banks have raised local and foreign currency debentures to lock in cheap costs and increase liquidity in anticipation of higher loan demand, which they expect to be driven by Thailand's positive economic momentum.
Baht crosses over 32 benchmark
Business, Published on 13/01/2018
» The baht extended its gains on Friday, trading at below 32 to the US dollar and ending the first two weeks of the year up 2%, while exporters have asked the central bank to take measures to put the baht in line with its trade counterparts to retain a competitive advantage.
Private sector urges BoT to act on baht
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 11/01/2018
» The private sector has asked the government and the Bank of Thailand to hold a meeting on finding ways to curb the baht's rapid gains, which is putting the baht among the top-performing currencies in Asia.
Market players jot wish list for SET boss
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 11/01/2018
» With the application period for the new president of the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) coming to a close next Monday, market participants want to see a qualified candidate who can comprehend the changing technological landscape and pledge corporate governance as a core mantra.
Mizuho Bank to issue bonds denominated in baht
Published on 30/04/2015
» TOKYO — Mizuho Bank said Thursday it will issue up to 3.2 billion baht in bonds denominated in the Thai currency in the Southeast Asian country's market in or after June.
Kolao of Laos plans listing
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 03/03/2015
» Kolao Group, an automotive dealer in Laos, is eyeing a listing on the Stock Exchange of Thailand, while well-known European car makers are set to list their depository receipts (DRs) on the Thai capital market.