SC: Sold its 40% stake (8mn shares) in SC CD4 to Tokyo Tatemono Thailand (TTT) for Bt104.5mn; both firms will jointly develop a new project in the Rama IV area. Comment: Given how the Yen keeps dropping, perhaps this explains all of the conglos thinking about investing throughout the world. TOP: Moody’s affirmed its Baa3 […]
Read More →ERW reported liquidation of subsidiary, Erawan Philippines, in which it indirectly holds 100% of shrs thru Hop Inn Hotel Philippines, no impact on oper of the co., and other subsidiaries as the subsidiary has not conducting any oper. PTTEP completed acquisition of 34% stake in E&E Algeria Touat B.V., which oper onshore basin gas field […]
Read More →ERW reported liquidation of subsidiary, Erawan Philippines, in which it indirectly holds 100% of shrs thru Hop Inn Hotel Philippines, no impact on oper of the co., and other subsidiaries as the subsidiary has not conducting any oper. PTTEP completed acquisition of 34% stake in E&E Algeria Touat B.V., which oper onshore basin gas field […]
Read More →Fitch Rating TH said 6 major banks, designated as domestic systematically important banks or DSIBs by BOT including BBL, KTB, KBANK, SCB, BAY and TTB, are likely to face rising assets risks over nxt several yrs, pressured by a continued rise in impaired loans, which has edged up frm 3.5% at eo-23 to 3.6% eo-24 […]
Read More →KBANK’s rolled out its blockchain-powered e-wallet called Q-Wallet in a regulatory sandbox, allowing foreign travelers to convert stablecoin USDC into THB to fund their spending in the country via Thai QR Payment, without needing a bank account. Comment: Wow. Perhaps the impact on tourism is minimal but this is still an interesting development. THCOM sets […]
Read More →ADVANC x THCOM: enhanced network and satellite terminals for border command centers, mobile task units and strategic border areas to facilitate seamless communication for military officers, improve coordination & real-time situational monitoring. Comment: Has gulf become a strategic national asset of importance? If so, could the country nationlise it? And then pigs will fly BCPG […]
Read More →ECF reported fire incident at rubberwood furniture manufacturing plant in Rayong province, spray-painting area & part of the production area affected, 2 employees were minorly injured, no fatalities were reported. Comment: Be wary of these shares….there’s a “financing group” that are experts in “creating liquidity” involved now. ICN wins 2 contracts including integrated digital radio […]
Read More →AAI said sales expands by 10-15% in 1Q as importers stocking up ahead of US tariffs, sees growth momentum in April. Comment: And are they implying that 2Q will be absolute dog$hit? SAV announced buyback, up to 12.8m shares (2% of paid-up) under Bt180m budget starting from May 1 till Oct 31. Comment: Another buyback […]
Read More →Commerce Min reported Dec total exports +8.7% yoy to $24.8b, marking 6 consecutive months of expansion, key products included rubber, casava products, fresh & processed chicken & fresh & processed fruits. Industrial exports in Dec also climbed for 9-th consecutive month, +11.1% yoy to $20.2b, key contributors included gems & jewellery, computer & components, air […]
Read More →AWC’s urging government to provide incentives for overseas companies to setup their regional HQs in TH, said international tenants at its office towers account for 70%, yet there’s still room to grow. AWC currently is not interested in the proposed legal casinos or entertainment complexes. Comment: Why? Thai Beverage already has this and pay effectively […]
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