Tax deductions of up to 200,000 baht will be offered for buyers of homes and condos worth up to 5 million baht as part of the new economic stimulus measures. Source: Business
Read More »Monthly Archives: April 2019
Study finds Thais in debt early on
Swelling household debt over the past nine years through 2018 can be largely attributed to debts run up by existing borrowers, while significant growth in personal, credit card and auto loans contributed to an uptick in the debt load last year, says the central bank’s think tank. Source: Business
Read More »MPI declines for second straight month
Thailand’s Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) in March dropped by 2.54% to 115.68 points year-on-year, attributed to low purchasing power and bearish exports, says the Office of Industrial Economics (OIE). Source: Business
Read More »Private sector's export forecast darkens
The first quarter’s weak economic performance has prompted the private sector to take a dimmer export view, predicting the country’s overall shipments may grow just 2.1% this year. Source: Business
Read More »Fearless Ajax close in on fairytale final
The tale of two of the most unlikely Champions League semifinalists in recent years continued in thrilling fashion Tuesday, as Ajax secured a narrow but potentially crucial first-leg victory over Tottenham. Source: Sports
Read More »Line Jobs guns for 10m users
Line Thailand is seeking to make its online jobs platform, Line Jobs, the biggest in the country by the end of this year, with over 10 million users. Source: Business
Read More »Lionel Messi: How do you stop Barcelona superstar?
How do you stop one of the greatest players of all time and a striker that has scored more goals than anyone else in Europe this season? Source: Sports
Read More »How a DNA test led to safari adventure
Tracey Cheatham didn’t come to Kenya for the animals. She came for the people. Source: Travel
Read More »Wimbledon prize money boosted to $3.06 million for winners
Wimbledon may be tennis’ oldest grand slam tournament, but its latest boost to prize money shows it’s moving with the times. Source: Sports
Read More »Boxing braggadocio: 'I'm the greatest woman of all time'
She is just 24, but Claressa Shields isn’t afraid to describe herself as the “greatest woman of all time.” Source: Sports
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