The infrastructure projects in the government’s Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) scheme should add some commercial property projects such as mixed-use developments to increase return on investment and business flow, says the Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI). Source: Business
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Amway sees 4% 2018 growth
Amway Thailand Ltd, a direct selling company, expects sales to reach 19 billion baht this year, up 4% from 2017, boosted by continuous growth in health and beauty products. Source: Business
Read More »VAT refund on up to B20,000 in store
The Finance Ministry plans to offer a value-added tax (VAT) refund to shoppers who spend up to 20,000 baht from Feb 1 to 15 next year in a bid to boost domestic spending amid murky economic prospects. Source: Business
Read More »Drafts for 20-year national strategy progress
The government yesterday approved a draft of master plans to accompany the 20-year national strategy. Source: Business
Read More »BoT says GDP growth could fall short
The Bank of Thailand has turned more pessimistic on this year’s economic growth, saying risks to its 4.4% forecast are tilted to the downside. Source: Business
Read More »Property market forecast to slow in 2019
The property market will slow next year amid negative factors such as new mortgage lending requirements, an uptrend in interest rates and the prolonged US-China trade war, according to developers and experts. Source: Business
Read More »Laos's EDL-Gen plans baht bonds
A Laos-based firm intends to raise funds by issuing baht-denominated bonds for the Nam Ngum 2 hydroelectric power plant, says Finance Minister Apisak Tantivorawong. Source: Business
Read More »'It was spiritual — goosebumps upon tears, upon smiles'
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Read More »Sponsor cuts ties with football body over abuse claims
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Read More »Tiger Woods reveals ankle pain at Hero World Challenge
His back is healing, but Tiger Woods revealed he is struggling with ankle pain at the Hero World Challenge. Source: Sports
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