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— Thai proverb
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Use of FTA perks persists, value declines
Amid the global economic crisis and the strengthening of the baht, the use of free trade agreement (FTA) privileges by Thai exporters remained high in January.
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Eveandboy allots B200m for branding
Eveandboy, a Thai cosmetics and perfume retailer, is spending 200 million baht to reinforce its beauty business and build brand awareness across the Asean region.
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World Bank maintains Thailand's 2023 growth outlook at 3.6%
The Thai economy is expected to grow by 3.6% this year, up from 2.6% last year, supported by stronger private consumption, a recovery in the tourism sector and strong pent-up demand following China's reopening, the World Bank said on Friday.
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Thai exports expected to recover in second half
The Commerce Ministry projects the country's export sector to gradually recover in the latter part of the year as inflationary pressures and global supply chain issues align with energy price trends.
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Thai Sang Thai Party reveals strategy for digital economy
The Thai Sang Thai Party proposed its digital economy agenda to steer Thailand's economic recovery, guiding the country out of the middle-income trap and ensuring sustainability.
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Thai cement production needs to reduce its carbon emissions
Thailand is among the largest producers of cement in Asia, manufacturing nearly 33 million tonnes per year. While this is good news for the economy, it's bad news for the climate as the industry is a huge emitter of greenhouse gases.
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BKI allocates B1bn to buy local shares
SET-listed Bangkok Insurance (BKI) has set aside 1 billion baht for its investment in Thai shares this year, with a focus on banking stocks that are projected to yield higher returns than last year as interest rates rise, says chairman Chai Sophonpanich.
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Dexon targets overseas expansion
Dexon Technology, a Thai pipeline inspection company, is planning to expand its business to the US and Europe by using proceeds from its listing on the stock market later this month.
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Prepare to invest amid falling interest rates
The global economic and investment picture this month is strikingly different from last month. In our article last month "Global and Thai economy in a no-landing scenario", we warned about rising risks, even as others predicted a "no landing" situation, or an economy that can continue without slowing down or ...
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Industries uneasy over banking crisis
Domestic car and motorcycle sales may bear the brunt if Thai financial institutions are affected by the risk of failed banks in the US and Europe, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
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FTI uneasy over banking crisis
Domestic car and motorcycle sales may bear the brunt if Thai financial institutions are affected by the risk of failed banks in the US and Europe, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
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SET upbeat after Fed hikes rates
The Thai stock market traded higher on Thursday, bucking overnight drops on Wall Street as most regional bourses were sanguine following Federal Reserve hints that further tightening is possible, while Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said there is no plan for "blanket" deposit insurance.
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Nok Air veteran to launch new carrier
Amidst the Thai tourism recovery, airline veteran Patee Sarasin is setting up a new long-haul carrier with venture capital, starting with four wide-body aircraft and a goal of 70% foreign passengers.
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Bangkok business travel cost rises to $278 a day
The cost of business travel to Bangkok has risen moderately by 4%, making it the 24th most expensive destination in Asia, while Singapore ranks second after Hong Kong this year, says ECA International (ECA).
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Firms unfazed by US woes
The collapse of US banks is expected to have only a minor impact on Thai companies and the overall Thai economy, according to the latest business survey by the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).
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BAFS' jet fuel sales estimated to gain 40%
Bangkok Aviation Fuel Services Plc (BAFS) expects its jet fuel sales to increase by 40% to 4.2 billion litres this year, up from 3 billion litres in 2022, thanks to the lifting of international travel restrictions.
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MTL sees chance for growth
Muang Thai Life Assurance (MTL) is confident its business will continue to expand this year as it predicts the insurance industry will resume growth, up from a slight contraction in 2022.
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Indorama considers $1bn US IPO of unit
Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, the acquisitive Thai chemicals company, is considering a United States initial public offering of its integrated oxides and derivatives business that could raise about US$1 billion, according to people familiar with the matter.
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Thais urged to monitor rates
Thai exporters and importers are being advised to closely monitor the exchange rate and develop appropriate strategies to cope with the impact of short-term foreign exchange fluctuations.
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China picked to catapult Thai economy
China's economic growth and the preference among Chinese for Thai properties should make it a key driver for the Thai economy and property market, according to economic and property analysts.
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Betagro to launch advanced feed mill
Betagro Plc (BTG), the country's leading branded food company, is launching an advanced feed mill in Nakhon Ratchasima to elevate its agro-industrial business group's supply chain.