Thailand

Krungsri and Schneider Electric promote energy efficiency in SMEs

Krungsri and Schneider Electric promote energy efficiency in SMEs

They will develop advanced energy technologies alongside financial solutions in Thailand.
16 hours ago

SCB extends $537.6m credit for SC Asset’s 17 premium housing projects

The bank sees opportunities in high-potential segments in the housing market.
16 hours ago

Thai banks’ earnings expected to drop 9% in Q2 on higher credit costs

Kiatnakin Phatra and SCB X will likely log an increase in credit costs.
1 day ago

Thailand names three successful virtual bank applicants

They will need to begin business operations by June 2026.
1 day ago

Krungsri unveils loan for laundromat franchise Otteri

Financing is offered up to 110% of the total investment for a maximum of THB5m.

Thai banks’ loans contract 1.3% in Q1 on debt repayments and bad loans

But banks’ profitability improved compared to Q4 2024, the central bank said.

MSIG, Bank of China and China Pacific ink bancassurance deal in Thailand

It aims to leverage the $5.2b in new Chinese investments entering Thailand in 2024.

Bangkok Bank connects with China’s fund transfer network

This is expected to reduce transaction times and costs for export-import businesses.

Thai banks’ net profits rose 5% in Q1

For 2025, the banks are expected to report lower NIMs and a 1% loan contraction.

Bangkok Bank, The Mall Group launch campaign to expand co-branded card customer base

They also plan to develop new products aimed for foreign tourists, especially those from China.

Thailand’s credit and charge card payments to rise 7.1% to $65.6b in 2025

Benefits such as rewards points, discounts, and cashbacks helped push for its growth.

TMBThanachart Bank may see loans contract by 1.7% in 2025

Its Q1 net profit dropped 5% compared to the same quarter in 2024.