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Asean and China are better together
Business, Giorgio Gamba and Krisda Phatcharoen, Published on 10/12/2024
» Recent data from fDi Markets shows manufacturing foreign direct investment (FDI) into the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) now exceeds that going into China. This could be seen as evidence that Asean's gain is China's loss, as geopolitical tensions drive international businesses to diversify their supply chains.
Thai TV drama firm seeks global soft power
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 27/04/2024
» Be On Cloud, a company known for producing popular Boys Love or Y Series TV dramas, aims to promote Thailand's soft power and local products on the global stage through its series.
HSBC rolls out regional digital loans
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 28/03/2024
» HSBC is offering a new US$1 billion growth fund to bolster platform players within the rapidly expanding regional digital economy.
Bankers wary regarding debt
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Nareerat Wiriyapong and Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 19/02/2024
» The high level of profits posted by the Thai banking sector last year generated a good deal of controversy, with some commentators suggesting interest rates were too high.
What's in store for 2024
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Pitsinee Jitpleecheep, Published on 30/12/2023
» From the planned licensing of virtual banks to the continued rise of lifestyle-related businesses, this is what consumers can expect in 2024.
Producers want to extend EV incentives
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 31/10/2023
» Global car makers are calling on the government to extend the electric vehicle (EV) incentive package slated to end on Dec 31 for at least another six months to ease concerns over the price difference between locally made EVs and imported units.
EV producers upbeat on investment
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 08/09/2023
» More electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers are expected to invest in Thailand, although the latest EV incentive package is believed to be less attractive than its predecessor, says the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT).
Several hurdles remain for local EV market
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 13/06/2022
» The lingering question following the launch of the government's electric vehicle (EV) incentive package earlier this year is whether lower prices will be able to attract prospective car buyers.
Foreign firms still keen on Thailand
Business, Published on 10/06/2022
» Foreign firms operating in Southeast Asia are demonstrating a high level of confidence as they look to expand their footprint in a market of some 640 million people, says HSBC.
Deep dive into Thailand's EV perks package
Business, Janine Phakdeetham, Published on 23/02/2022
» The government recently approved an array of incentives, including lower excise tax and import duties on significant auto parts, in a bid to make electric vehicles (EVs) more appealing to both car buyers and manufacturers.