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SET offers products to lure fresh funds
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 14/01/2026
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) is preparing to introduce a new range of investment products, including crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and gold perpetual contracts, as part of its three-year strategic plan through 2028 to attract fresh fund flows to the Thai bourse.
GC Sets 4.40% Interest for Hybrid Debentures
Published on 06/11/2025
» PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC), a global leader in the chemical industry and the chemical flagship of PTT Group, has officially announced the interest rate for its Thai Baht-Subordinated Hybrid Debentures with the issuer’s right to early redemption (“Subordinated Hybrid Debentures”) at 4.40% per annum for the first five years and six months. The public offering is expected to take place during 27–28 November and 1–3 December 2025, through 12 financial institutions.
Brokerage expects SET to rise 5% by year-end
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 30/10/2025
» Asia Plus Securities (ASPS) has maintained its Thai stock market index estimate for year-end 2025 at 1,376 points, about 5% higher than it is now, expecting foreign fund inflows to gradually return as the global interest rate downtrend begins, although an artificial intelligence (AI) bubble in overheated US tech stocks could trigger volatility.
GC Issues New Hybrid Debentures to Bolster Growth
Published on 17/10/2025
» PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC), a global leader in the chemical business and the chemical flagship of PTT Group, has announced its plan to issue new Thai Baht-subordinated hybrid debentures. The debentures are expected to be offered to the general public through a Public Offering (PO) in late 2025 as part of GC’s ongoing Deleveraging Programme. The initiative aims to strengthen the company’s long-term capital structure, enhance financial flexibility, and ensure readiness amid global economic and geopolitical challenges — driving GC towards high-value, low-carbon sustainable growth.
Citi insists investor case for Thailand remains solid
Business, Chiratas Nivatpumin, Published on 25/09/2025
» Thailand's economic doldrums will surely be at the top of the policy agenda for the new government, given lagging growth, weak consumer confidence and rising fears that the strong baht will hurt the country's key export and tourism sectors.
Cryptocurrencies sink as $1.5bn in bullish bets wiped out
Bloomberg, Published on 22/09/2025
» Cryptocurrency traders saw more than $1.5 billion in bullish wagers liquidated on Monday, triggering a sharp selloff that sent Ether and other tokens plunging.
Mid-year outlook: Investing in a multi-polar world
Business, Kean Tan, Published on 19/06/2025
» May saw the best return for the S&P 500 index since November 2023, which is remarkable given that it coincided with a rise in long-term US Treasury yields. In fact, the yield on both 10- and 30-year Treasuries rose by almost 30 basis points in May, ending the month at 4.4% and 4.9%, respectively.
Dusit chief has investors expecting a 2025 rebound
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 14/06/2025
» SET-listed Dusit International has convinced its investors of a more positive outlook for this year, expecting to generate 16 billion baht in revenue from Dusit Residence transfers and reduced interest burdens.
Thai billionaire’s Frasers Property posts higher profit on Singapore housing business
Published on 09/05/2025
» Frasers Property Ltd, the developer controlled by Thai billionaire Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi, reported higher first-half profit as its Singapore residential business made up for a slump in Australia and China, along with higher interest payments.
Pioneering Equity in STEM: Professor Teo’s Inspiring Journey
Published on 03/01/2025
» In a world that increasingly values innovation and integration, Associate Professor Teo Tang Wee’s academic journey spans from being a chemistry teacher to becoming a leading advocate in critical studies of STEM education. As a faculty member of the Natural Sciences and Science Education Department at the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NIE NTU, Singapore), Prof Teo’s ability to rethink the landscape of education offers inspiration for international students who are looking to carve their own paths in academia.