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Virtual bank rules clarified
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/04/2026
» The Bank of Thailand is allowing virtual bank applicants to adopt various approaches to comply with regulatory requirements that aim to prevent conflicts of interest among affiliated businesses.
War risks, rate cuts affect Thai banks’ margins
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 23/04/2026
» The local banking industry recorded marginal net profit growth in the first quarter of this year, pressured by a decline in net interest income (NII) as conflicts in the Middle East are expected to heighten risks for the sector.
Turning AI ambition into results
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 22/04/2026
» Thailand is emerging as part of Southeast Asia's next wave of artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, but faces significant challenges in translating ambition into measurable economic value.
BLS sees strong Q1 results for listed firms
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 22/04/2026
» Listed Thai companies are on track to deliver strong first-quarter financial results, with net profits projected to rise 15% year-on-year and 26% quarter-on-quarter, underpinned by sector-specific tailwinds, says Bualuang Securities (BLS).
Trump's Fed pick vows to safeguard independence
AFP, Published on 21/04/2026
» WASHINGTON - Kevin Warsh, Donald Trump’s choice to lead the US Federal Reserve, vowed on Tuesday to protect central bank independence at his confirmation hearing, despite intense pressure from the president.
Electric vehicles fuel Tisco auto loan growth in Q1
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 21/04/2026
» Tisco Financial Group, the holding company of Tisco Bank, reported positive auto loan growth in Thailand in the first quarter of 2026, mainly driven by an increase in electric vehicle (EV) sales.
CP All's virtual banking restructuring under scrutiny
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 21/04/2026
» Thailand's retail giant CP All (CPALL) is facing intensifying scrutiny over its proposed restructuring plan to integrate three key subsidiaries into a virtual banking ecosystem, after independent directors formally opposed the move.
BBL maintains loan growth target amid global volatility
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 20/04/2026
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) expects crude oil prices to remain elevated despite an eventual end to the war in the Middle East, while encouraging local businesses to accelerate their transition to alternative energy.
Virtual banks taking shape
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/04/2026
» Two virtual banks, Bank X and Clicx Bank, are pursuing similar strategies in the retail and food ecosystem, focusing on underserved customer segments as a key growth driver for their virtual banking businesses.
GH Bank aims to elevate operations with digital upgrade
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 14/04/2026
» Government Housing (GH) Bank, a state financial institution specialising in housing loans, is preparing to upgrade its operations through digital transformation and the adoption of generative artificial intelligence (AI).