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Oil, war, pandemic: Economic costs mount
Business, Published on 14/03/2022
» The Russian invasion of Ukraine is sending economic shockwaves around the globe with crude oil prices at one point reaching US$130 per barrel, hitting businesses already reeling from tepid consumption caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
A Thai hero's remarkable contributions get an airing
Life, Published on 04/03/2016
» Next Wednesday will be the centennial of the late Puey Ungphakorn, known as the founding father of modern Thai economy and recently named by UNESCO as one of the world's most important people for his "impeccable ethics".
Government control over central bank?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 20/02/2013
» Will long-term inflation control goals of central bank bow to govt belief that cutting rates will help weaken baht & exports?
Virabongsa as central bank chairman: Conflict ahead?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 15/05/2012
» Appointment of economist pushing for big changes (monetary policy, foreign reserves, sovereign wealth fund) may lead to conflicts.
End of central bank independence?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 30/03/2012
» Everyone wants a weak baht for cheap competitive exports, but there is a limit to what can be done point out central bank bank head & economists.
A bittersweet relationship
Jon Fernquest, Published on 26/09/2011
» The Bangkok of Thailand and Finance Ministry, a husband & wife who should keep their arguments private, Dr Puey Ungphakorn once reflected.
Oil subsidies: Road to "financial chaos" ?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 11/05/2011
» Soaring oil prices won't change gas guzzling habits if government pays for it. Crippling public debt like Greece's may result.