Global telecom firms are enthusiastic about the roll-out of 5G, according to a report prepared by Vertiv and technology analyst firm 451 Research released today. The report, titled “Hopes and Fears: From Energy Costs to Edge Computing Transformation” lays out the results of an in-depth survey of more than 100 global telecom decision makers with […]
Read MoreBusiness operators have hailed the new government’s policy manifesto, but added they are curious to see if it can be implemented quickly. The private sector is calling for transparency in policy implementation and economic stimulus measures such as improving crop prices and solving bearish exports. Kalin Sarasin, chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, said […]
Read MoreConnecting China’s renewed outbound investment focus with Southeast Asia’s infrastructure needs should be a priority for Thailand if it is to achieve greater economic resilience over the medium term. At their recent summit in Bangkok, Asean government leaders noted the importance of foreign investment in infrastructure, technology and industrial productivity in order to maintain the […]
Read MoreThe imposition of a capital gains tax on equity investments is being studied, including input from academics, but whether it will be enacted rests with the government, says the head of the Revenue Department. The Revenue Department must consider the pros and cons of taxing gains from selling shares, said Ekniti Nitithanprapas, director-general of the […]
Read MoreThe Thailand economy’s slowing growth has impacted the credit card spending of Bangkok Bank cardholders. The bank’s credit card spending in the first half of this year grew by only 6-7 per cent compared to 10 per cent for the same period of last year, according to Shoke Na Ranong, the executive vice president and […]
Read MoreAs the number of Japanese expatriates in Thailand decreased to lower than 20% of total expats for the first time in 2019 and dropped 4% year-on-year to 34,133 as of April 2019, a change in demand is seen and its impact on the rental apartment sector in Bangkok is felt, despite a healthy performance. Typically, […]
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