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Developers scurry to secure prices
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 02/04/2026
» Residential developers are rushing to lock in construction material prices through upfront cash payments and bulk purchase agreements, while optimising logistics for cost efficiency ahead of further increases driven by surging oil prices.
Homebuyers advised to decide quickly
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 12/03/2026
» Banks are urging prospective homebuyers to make purchasing decisions within the first half of the year before costs rise further, amid concerns that inflation could increase under wartime conditions.
Sansiri confident amid global turmoil
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 11/03/2026
» Construction costs for housing and condo projects already launched remain largely unaffected by global uncertainties, although a prolonged rise in oil prices could push up building costs for new developments, says SET-listed developer Sansiri.
Sansiri targets B48bn presales in 2026
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 21/01/2026
» SET-listed developer Sansiri has outlined its 2026 business plan, focusing on resilient growth amid a fragile economic environment and weak purchasing power, while maintaining its leadership in Thailand's real estate sector.
Developers' Q1 profits plunge to decade-low
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 04/06/2025
» The first-quarter net profit of 10 SET-listed residential developers has fallen to 3.56 billion baht, the lowest level in over a decade and less than half the five-year average, attributed to the economic slowdown and sluggish housing demand, Kasikorn Securities reported.
Mandarin Oriental overhaul underway
Business, Kuakul Mornkum and Somhatai Mosika, Published on 02/05/2025
» Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is investing roughly US$100 million to renovate the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, with plans to complete the project by the fourth quarter of this year.
Bangkok takes 6th spot in regional survey
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 26/03/2025
» Bangkok secured sixth place in a survey on cross-border real estate investment in Asia-Pacific, reinforcing its appeal as a key destination, according to property consultant CBRE Thailand.
Sansiri looks to upper-end segment
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 06/02/2025
» SET-listed developer Sansiri plans to launch 29 projects worth a combined 52 billion baht, fewer than last year but a higher value, as it shifts focus to the upper-end segment, targeting a 6% increase in presales to 53 billion baht.
Developers look to shareholders for loans
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 05/08/2024
» Listed residential developers have sought to retain and raise cash by avoiding new costs, borrowing short-term loans from major shareholders, and selling assets to mitigate risks amid difficulties in the financial market and limited mortgage loan approvals.
Post-rejig, Sen X targets 40% growth
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 31/05/2024
» SET-listed property firm Sen X plans to restructure by merging subsidiaries related to property services, expanding to manage non-residential properties, adding new businesses and shifting to high-priced housing segments to secure 40% growth by year-end.