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In China's shadow
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 10/10/2016
» Home to 1.3 billion people spread across a land area of 9.6 million square kilometres, China is a force to be reckoned with. "When China sneezes, the world catches a cold" sums up the profound impact the world's second largest economy now has on global affairs.
Kasikornbank tips investments to reach B1.27tn
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 13/01/2015
» Thailand's private and public investments are likely to total 1.27 trillion baht this year thanks to government megaprojects and a recovery of confidence by the private sector, says Kasikornbank (KBank).
Stunted growth on political uncertainty
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 13/05/2014
» Thailand's first-quarter GDP is likely to have shrunk by up to 2% from the previous quarter, as the political unrest has added more woe to already-waning domestic consumption and investment, economists say.
Prasarn frets over investment effect
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 09/05/2014
» The Thai economy can withstand the prolonged domestic political uncertainties in the short run thanks to the country's strong fundamentals, but it will hurt the investment outlook over the medium term, says the Bank of Thailand governor.
Appeal for budget watchdog
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 10/04/2014
» A Parliamentary Budget Office (PBO) should be established as an independent organisation amid any political reform measures, as the country must plug loopholes that allow corruption, say academics.
Former finance minister sees light at the end of the tunnel
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 08/04/2014
» Despite concerns that economic growth may nosedive in the wake of prolonged political turmoil, former finance minister and former Bank of Thailand deputy governor Thirachai Phuvanatnaranubala believes the conflict will come to an end in the coming months, private investment and domestic consumption will rebound swiftly and economic growth could expand beyond 2.7%. Pathom Sangwongwanich talked to Mr Thirachai.
BoT warns ruling stokes uncertainty
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 29/03/2014
» Political and economic uncertainty is mounting in the wake of the Constitutional Court's recent ruling that voided the inconclusive Feb 2 general election, says a senior Bank of Thailand official.
MPC may lower growth forecast
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 10/01/2014
» The Bank of Thailand's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) may cut this year's 4% GDP growth forecast, as downside risk is increasing on the back of the political turmoil.
BoT ready for political obstacles
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 02/11/2013
» The Bank of Thailand stands ready to manage the country's economy through any short-term setbacks that could crop up from heightening political tensions following speedy passage of the controversial amnesty bill.
BoT cautious about recovery
Business, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 01/10/2013
» The Thai economy began to stabilise in August, with steady domestic consumption and private investment and a rebound in exports boosted by improving global demand, but the Bank of Thailand refuses to predict whether the economy is on a recovery path.