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SEC draft to widen role for consultants
Business, Darana Chudasri, Published on 07/10/2016
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to draft the criteria for allowing investment consultants to make transactions on behalf of clients without having to seek their consent each time.
Terror sets tone globally, 4G drama keeps set busy
Business, Published on 28/03/2016
» Recap: Terror attacks in Brussels triggered panic selling last week in major markets, many of which were closed on Friday ahead of Easter. In Thailand, the failure of Jasmine International to pay for its 4G licence prompted a buying spree in telecom stocks as investors see competition easing. However, profit-taking after the rally capped the gains.
Oil rout, China weakness-keep-stocks-on-back-foot
Business, Published on 18/01/2016
» Recap: Asian stock markets swung back and forth last week but brief rebounds proved unsustainable in the face of dire economic news. Oil prices sank to a 12-year low below US$30 per barrel as investors worried about the health of the global economy, while the slowdown in China and volatility in its markets continued to make for a nervous start to the year. The Thai stock market had a similarly wild ride, tracking the regional bourses.
Stock exchange: Punishing share price manipulators
Jon Fernquest, Published on 23/04/2013
» Criminal laws exist but not enforced so first step: quick fines & warning to protect public, then criminal penalties for repeat offenders.
Stock market manipulators: Hard to catch
Jon Fernquest, Published on 03/04/2013
» Powerful people & their friends profit by controlling stock prices, while others lose, but very difficult to catch, prosecute & punish them.