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Global sell-off intensifies on signs of US weakness
Business, Published on 03/08/2024
» RECAP: A global stock sell-off intensified yesterday as concerns grew over the health of the US economy and disappointing forecasts from major tech firms. Japanese shares plunged on expectations for more interest-rate hikes, further darkening the mood.
Sports and music tourism will soon represent a 53 trillion baht economy
Bloomberg News, Published on 02/08/2024
» If you have lost track of how many people in your orbit have recently posted pictures of themselves at a Formula One race or Taylor Swift concert, chances are you are not alone.
Thailand seeks to reverse brain drain with tax breaks
Published on 30/07/2024
» The government will slash by about 50% the personal income tax rate of professionals who are willing to return home to work for companies as the kingdom seeks to attract manpower for industries ranging from electronics, automobiles, robotics and aviation.
Number of TCG clients doubles post-Covid
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 30/07/2024
» Following the pandemic, the number of credit guarantee clients has increased to 800,000, primarily due to efforts to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) access more credit within the system, according to the head of the Thai Credit Guarantee Corporation (TCG).
Central Pattana wins prestigious award for earnings
Business, Published on 26/07/2024
» SET-listed Central Pattana (CPN) received the "Best Public Company of the Year 2024" award in the real estate category from Money & Banking magazine, marking the first year the company bagged the award.
NSTDA reveals crucial future technologies
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 24/07/2024
» Artificial muscles, engineered microbes and security robotics are among the top 10 technological advances to watch out for this year, as they will make an impact over the next 5-10 years, according to the National Science Technology and Development Agency (NSTDA).
Local traders optimistic on price outlook for gold
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 24/07/2024
» Local gold traders remain bullish about bullion's price trend, saying prices could top US$2,500 an ounce by end-2024 with a significant price increase expected after the US Federal Reserve (Fed) cuts US interest rates in September.
TAT expects B18.3bn from July holidays
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/07/2024
» Two consecutive national holidays this month are expected to generate 18.3 billion baht in tourism revenue from 5 million domestic trips, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Future-ready people management in the Mice industry
Published on 22/07/2024
» I recently had the great opportunity to speak on Game-changing People Management at the TMX conference, one of the largest fairs dedicated to the Meeting, Incentive, Convention and Exhibition (Mice) industry. This opportunity allowed me to delve deeper into the dynamics of the industry and uncover significant opportunities for growth and transformation.
Succession a top priority among Thai family businesses
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 19/07/2024
» The second generation of Thai family businesses has a higher succession rate than the global average, but digital expertise remains a critical requirement for them, according to Kasikornbank (KBank).