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KS says recession could torpedo stocks
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 19/02/2020
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index could witness a sharp correction if a technical recession occurs during the first half because of the continuing coronavirus emergency, says Kasikorn Securities (KS).
Fetco urges state to simplify stimulus
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 21/02/2020
» The government should bundle different stimulus measures into one package and increase the budget deficit to address short-term challenges and enhance investor confidence, says the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organisations (Fetco).
SET upbeat on IPO market outlook for the year ahead
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 24/02/2020
» Despite a host of growing uncertainties, Thailand's IPO market outlook this year remains on track, though market conditions will determine the listing timing, says the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET).
SEC aid for green issuers joining LGX
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 25/02/2020
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) plans to provide support for Thai green bonds that plan to list on the Luxembourg Green Exchange (LGX) as part of a plan to facilitate long-term sustainable growth in finance.
Brokerages lobby for supervision of HFT
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 26/02/2020
» Brokerage firms have asked regulators to supervise high-frequency trading (HFT), which can cause wild stock swings, and requested the Finance Ministry waive the dividend tax to increase long-term investors.
ASP spots buying opportunity
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 27/02/2020
» An opportunity to buy foreign assets at cheaper prices is afoot as numerous negative factors, especially the coronavirus outbreak, drive down asset valuations globally, says Asia Plus Securities (ASP).
SEC readies SME funding support law
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 28/02/2020
» Regulations for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups in raising funds through capital market mechanisms are expected this quarter, says the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
GL aims for 20% portfolio growth
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 03/03/2020
» SET-listed Group Lease (GL) expects its loan growth portfolio to grow by 20% this year after overcoming legal issues in Singapore and Thailand, helping to unlock business operations in domestic and overseas markets.
Average crude price expected below $50 into 2021
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 10/03/2020
» Average crude oil prices are anticipated to hover around $46 per barrel this year and not exceeding $50 next year following a disagreement on supply cut and the price war among Opec and non-member countries, says the Investment Analysts Association (IAA).
SSF deduction to revive sentiment
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 11/03/2020
» Capital market representatives have received approval from the Finance Ministry for a tax-deductible equity investment incentive through the Super Savings Fund (SSF) mechanism, aiming to stabilise a shell-shocked market.