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HSBC commemorated the launch of onshore Global Private Banking in Thailand
Published on 03/11/2022
» HSBC Global Private Banking (GPB) commemorates the launch of onshore private banking business in Thailand with a gala dinner themed “A Timeless Legacy”, set against the majestic Chao Praya River, where one can trace Thailand’s history in line with the legacy of HSBC in Thailand for the past 130 years. Over 200 guests were present to grace the occasion, hosted by HSBC’s senior executives.
Fresh virus spikes give investors pause
Business, Published on 22/02/2020
» Recap: Most Southeast Asian stock markets ended lower yesterday, with Indonesia losing the most and Thailand the sole gainer, as a sharp rise in new coronavirus cases dented the appeal of riskier assets.
Slowdown ahead
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 24/12/2018
» The economic outlook doesn't seem as rosy as it once did for most Asian countries looking toward 2019. The relatively dynamic world trade recovery that began in late 2016 is now threatened by tensions between the United States and China, coupled with increasing protectionism in many economies.
Banking on transformation
Asia focus, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 19/11/2018
» The rise of blockchain technology, quantum computing, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital currencies will completely transform how banks operate in the future, according to William Winters, group chief executive for Standard Chartered Bank.
Mixed signals
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 13/11/2017
» Trade and investment have been vital contributors to growth in the Asia Pacific region, where many developing economies were surging before the 2008-09 global financial crisis. Global and regional trade subsequently weakened, and while the outlook has brightened this year, clouds loom on the horizon.
PGA Tour hopes to inspire fresh breed of Asian stars
Sports, Published on 01/10/2017
» This month will mark an exciting run for the PGA Tour, which will stage three successive tournaments in Malaysia, South Korea and China. In an interview, PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan talks about the impact of the game here in the region with the CIMB Classic in Malaysia, scheduled from Oct 12-15, kicking off a festival of golf, followed by the inaugural CJ Cup in South Korea and concluding with the WGC-HSBC Champions in China.
Iconic Harley-Davidson is building plant in Thailand
New York Times, Published on 24/05/2017
» HONG KONG - Iconic motorcycle builder Harley-Davidson, praised by US President Donald Trump as a pillar of American manufacturing and keeping jobs at home, is building a new plant in Thailand.
Investors keep the party going in year's first week
Business, Published on 09/01/2017
» Recap: Asian stock markets started the year on a strong footing, rising in response to more upbeat sentiment about the global economy and indications that the US Federal Reserve might not be as aggressive in raising interest rates as earlier predicted. The Thai stock market joined in the rally.
Swipe and go
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 01/01/2017
» Planning a trip abroad for the coming New Year holiday? In the old days, if you were a holidaymaker or a business traveller, you probably would have booked a trip through a travel agent and when you got to your destination, bought a map and rented a car to get yourself around.
Second time lucky
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 20/06/2016
» On the morning of Sept 11, 2001, Bhagwant Singh Bishnoi was working in midtown Manhattan at the permanent mission of India to the United Nations. He had no idea what was happening until a colleague called with a report of fire engines speeding urgently through the streets.