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GPF to lower equity asset allotment
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 20/12/2018
» The Government Pension Fund (GPF) plans to adjust its investment strategy to reduce its equity portfolio amid projections of higher financial volatility, opting to increase investment in low-risk assets, especially domestic fixed-income securities.
GPF to invest in 33 socially aware stocks
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 26/10/2018
» The Government Pension Fund (GPF) plans to allocate 1 billion baht to invest in 33 stocks listed on the SET THSI index, a benchmark for stocks that meet criteria for environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors.
Allianz predicts 6% growth
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 18/10/2018
» Thailand's insurance market could expand at 6% annually over the next 10 years, supported by the existing low gross written premium of 5% of GDP, especially for long-term savings and pension insurance products, says Allianz Global.
Raising actuaries to supply Thai firms
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 13/07/2018
» Working as an actuary is a challenging career for those enthralled with mathematics and numbers, with brisk job growth prospects as Thailand has very few people on this career path.
GPF amendment to allow more member choice
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 08/09/2017
» Thailand's Government Pension Fund is in the process of amending the GPF law to let new members select their own investment plan instead of automatically entering into its investment plan for retirement.
Tokio to add sales agents in Thailand
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 05/04/2016
» Tokio Marine Life Insurance (Thailand) aims for 26% growth in premium value to 5.47 billion baht this year, underpinned by a planned increase in sales agents to 3,500.
GPF to shift weighting towards global assets
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 28/11/2015
» The Government Pension Fund (GPF) plans to raise its foreign investment limit to 30% of portfolio assets next year from the current 25%, with expectations of a higher annual return of 4-4.5%.
SEC nabs two expats on licence
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 08/07/2015
» The Securities and Exchange Commission has filed a criminal complaint with the Economic Crime Division against two foreigners for operating a securities business without a licence in Thailand.
Savings fund a priority as nation ages
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 07/04/2014
» The next government is being urged to accelerate the establishment of a National Savings Fund and impose mandatory provident funds to bolster savings for the ageing population.