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Ringing up sales in 2012
Business, Pitsinee Jitpleecheep, Published on 07/01/2012
» Retailers are cautiously optimistic about their outlook in 2012, believing there will be a slow business recovery from the recent flood crisis.
Thailand losing FDI share to neighbouring countries
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 07/01/2012
» The government should complete its flood management plan in the first quarter in order to restore confidence among foreign investors quickly, as the country has been losing foreign direct investment (FDI) to Asean peers over the past five years, says the Kasikorn Research Centre (KResearch).
Cambodian employers embrace the challenge
Business, Published on 09/01/2012
» As Cambodia strives to make its way in the global economy, more attention is being paid to the business and investment climate, with a particular focus on labour rights. Van Sou Ieng, the president of the powerful Cambodia Federation of Employers and Business Associations (Camfeba), believes there has been steady progress on many fronts. He spoke recently with the Post's Achara Ashayagachat.Q: How will Cambodia's Asean chairmanship affect the domestic economy and business environment?
FTA talks finally approach finish line
Business, Tony Arora, Published on 09/01/2012
» After eight agonising years of negotiations, Thailand and India hope to conclude talks on a wide-ranging free trade agreement (FTA) by March, according to Foreign Minister Surapong Tovichakchaikul.
CPF expands Asian reach
Business, Umesh Pandey, Published on 09/01/2012
» Charoen Pokphand Foods Plc (CPF) expects to be the dominant player in most Asian markets after completing the acquisition of subsidiaries in China and Vietnam from the parent Charoen Pokphand Group.
Projects key to growth
Business, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 09/01/2012
» Investment and exports will be the main factors driving the Thai economy this year, while risks include the shaky European economies and the government's water management capability, says a government think tank.
Floods to buoy demand for seed
Business, Walailak Keeratipipatpong, Published on 09/01/2012
» Last year's widespread flooding is expected to give a boost to the seedling business of CP Group's Crop Integration Business as demand for young plants will surge.
FiberVisions acquisition to help IVL meet revenue target
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 09/01/2012
» The recent acquisition of FiberVisions Holdings in the US will enable Indorama Ventures Plc (IVL) to boost its production volume by 20% this year and beat the original revenue target of 240 billion baht.
Vayupak to fund projects
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 09/01/2012
» The Vayupak Fund will be given the freedom to invest in mega-projects, either public and private, in the future once it matures in 2013, says the State Enterprise Policy Office (Sepo).
Wealth on the wild side
Business, Published on 09/01/2012
» If you are a millionaire and have a sense of adventure, a window may soon be opening for you to invest in higher-return _ and higher-risk _ products.