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Securities and Exchange Commission toughens stance on margin loans
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 24/10/2025
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has introduced new regulations to mitigate systemic risks in margin loan activities, prohibiting securities companies and derivatives business operators from providing loans secured by securities for non-investment purposes.
MGM Resorts urges 'competitive' casino tax
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/05/2025
» Thailand should have a casino tax rate that is competitive with Singapore and a substantial number of locals should be allowed to visit casino complexes, rather than solely serving foreign tourists in order to stimulate tourism and economic growth, says integrated resorts operator MGM Resorts International.
Sleepy economy no threat to Thai casinos
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 31/03/2025
» The global economic slowdown is unlikely to affect investment in the much-touted entertainment complex project because it is a long-term investment, says Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat.
Songkran music festival set to attract 100,000 Thais
Business, Published on 12/03/2025
» One Asia Ventures, a global leader in music festivals and live events, is investing 250 million baht to host the Siam Songkran Music Festival 2025 for the fourth consecutive year.
Hitting the jackpot?
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 20/01/2025
» At the cabinet meeting last week, the government pressed ahead with a major initiative to stimulate the economy by approving the legalisation of casinos under the cloak of an "entertainment complex".
More man-made entertainment magnets in Thailand
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/09/2024
» While Thailand is usually perceived as a "sea, sand and sun" destination, attracting new tourism markets by developing man-made attractions has piqued the interest of the private sector.
Mice market set to beat expectations
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 26/06/2024
» International visitors are expected to drive the Mice (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) segment in Thailand to exceed the target by 5% this year, which would help compensate for the sluggish domestic market.
Cabinet okays low season stimulus
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri & Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 05/06/2024
» The cabinet on Tuesday approved measures to stimulate tourism in secondary cities during the low season.
Betting on the future
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Molpasorn Shoowong, Phusadee Arunmas and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 08/04/2024
» Casino legalisation resurfaced as a political issue last month after the House of Representatives supported a study by a panel of lawmakers to allow casinos as part of large entertainment complexes, eager to gain estimated revenue of 440 billion baht per year.
Senator eager to improve casino plan
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 01/04/2024
» With the resurgence of interest in legalising casinos to bolster economic growth as the digital wallet and Land Bridge policies remain on hold, the government is being urged to reassess the details of a proposed casino and entertainment complex.