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Chinese censors target economic ‘doomsayers’
Published on 31/01/2024
» China’s top intelligence agency issued an ominous warning in December about an emerging threat to the country’s national security: Chinese people who criticise the economy.
3 years after coup, Myanmar junta chief under unprecedented pressure
Published on 31/01/2024
» In mid-January, at a small gathering in a cantonment town in Myanmar, hard line pro-military monk Pauk Kotaw suggested that the country's junta chief Min Aung Hlaing step down and his deputy take over. The crowd cheered in agreement, according to videos of the event posted on social media.
Headwinds blow on Thai lenders amid interest rate row
Published on 31/01/2024
» The escalating tug-of-war between politicians and central bankers over interest-rate levels is clouding the outlook for local banks, setting the stage for a further exodus by foreign investors.
Bank of Thailand urged to cut rates as smaller firms continue to suffer
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 30/01/2024
» Thailand's economic situation is worse than expected and the Bank of Thailand (BoT) is being urged to cut interest rates on commercial bank loans to reduce the burden of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Government again says economy in crisis
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 30/01/2024
» The government has the authority to interpret the current economy as being in a crisis, an important criterion for the issuance of the 500-billion-baht loan bill to finance its digital wallet handout scheme, says Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat.
Court orders liquidation of China Evergrande, owes $300bn
Published on 29/01/2024
» HONG KONG - A Hong Kong court on Monday ordered the liquidation of property giant China Evergrande Group, a move likely to send ripples through China's crumbling financial markets as policymakers scramble to contain a deepening crisis.
Pheu Thai's big gamble
News, Published on 27/01/2024
» With the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) study on the 500-billion-baht digital wallet scheme now made public, the ruling Pheu Thai Party stands at a crossroads, according to political observers.
Asian rally on pause as China news awaited
Business, Published on 27/01/2024
» RECAP: The rally in most Asian markets was interrupted yesterday, with profit-taking seen in Hong Kong and Shanghai as traders await more guidance on China's plans to support the country's battered economy.
The future of distressed debt in Thai capital markets
Published on 26/01/2024
» Deloitte's latest report “The future of distressed debt in Thai capital markets”, spotlights Thailand’s distressed debt market – an evolving landscape that faces many challenges but comes with potential opportunities for growth. The report delves into the intricacies of distressed loans and bonds – revealing insights into the market's history; unfolding challenges from a market, regulatory, and infrastructure perspective; and key transformative initiatives based on lessons and case studies from other countries.
Singapore home rents fall for first time in over three years
Bloomberg News, Published on 26/01/2024
» Singapore rents dropped for the first time in more than three years, giving respite to tenants on the back of increased housing supply and expectations for an economic slowdown.