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Bond market steady, but risks remain
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 08/01/2026
» Thailand's bond market is expected to remain stable in 2026, with corporate bond issuance projected at 900 billion baht, reflecting corporates' reliance on the debt market amid subdued economic growth and expectations of easing interest rates, says the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).
Thai wage growth slows amid sluggish economy
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 16/12/2025
» Salary increases in Thailand are moderating to average 4.5% across industries and businesses in 2025, slowing from the historical norm of 5%, says international consultancy Deloitte.
Corporate bond issuance stymied amid wait for lower rates
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 09/10/2024
» The value of new corporate bonds dropped 14% during the first nine months of this year to 704 billion baht as market conditions were cool to fundraising, with bond issuers waiting for interest rate reductions, according to the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).
New rules to strengthen bond governance
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 19/08/2024
» The Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have discussed measures to protect investors from damage caused by bond investment, demanding bond issuers disclose financial terms in detail and increasing penalties for breaking the rules.
Investors dump Thai bonds worth B30bn
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 16/08/2024
» Investors have sold Thai bonds for three consecutive days, tallying nearly 30 billion baht, based on concerns about Thailand's political instability, according to the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).
Bond default risk minimal in Q2
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 05/04/2024
» The likelihood of bonds defaults in the second quarter is relatively low, with total default value projected at less than 1% of the total outstanding market value, says the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).
CPN growth continues apace
Business, No Byline, Published on 24/01/2024
» Central Pattana Plc (CPN) has scheduled the grand opening of Central Nakhon Sawan for Jan 31 under the concept of "Daily Happiness at Paradise City".
Inside the struggle to raise fresh funding
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 06/09/2023
» The protracted pandemic left a profound impact on businesses across Thailand. Although the financial performance of many Thai companies has improved as the outbreak eased considerably, a number are still struggling to mobilise fresh funding for business expansion and to repay debts.
Warning issued to corporate bond investors
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 05/09/2023
» The Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA) is urging investors to study related information cautiously before investing in corporate bonds, saying a number of companies have yet to recover from the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Firms vow ESG principles are here to stay
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Yuthana Praiwan, Sirivish Toomgum and Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 19/11/2022
» Leading businesses are adopting environment, social and corporate governance (ESG) practices, in line with government efforts to protect the environment and build a sustainable society.