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Sponsored 5 ways retirees in Thailand lose money (and how to stop it)
Retiring in Thailand can be affordable and enjoyable, but many retirees lose money due to common mistakes. High living costs, scams, and unexpected expenses can quickly drain savings. There are five ways that retirees in Thailand can lose money and...
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Boeing acquires Spirit AeroSystems in US$4.7bn all-stock deal
Boeing announced the acquisition of its troubled supplier, Spirit AeroSystems, in an all-stock deal valued at US$4.7 billion, following extensive negotiations. This move comes as Boeing seeks to address significant safety and regulatory challenges affecting both companies. The total value of the transaction, including Spirit’s last reported net debt, is approximately US$8.3 billion. According to Boeing, each share of Spirit…
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Credit agencies highlight Thailand’s EEC as key to industrial growth
Credit rating agencies underscore the significance of Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) project in advancing the nation’s industrial sector and boosting competitiveness, according to the Public Debt Management Office (PDMO). The public debt advisor for PDMO, Jindarat Viriyataveekul, indicated that credit rating agencies have been closely observing the EEC project’s progress for years due to its pivotal role in shaping…
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Tuna boom: Thai exports make a splash with double-digit surge
Thai exports of canned tuna have experienced a notable surge, increasing by over 13% in the first five months of this year. According to the Director-General of the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO), Poonpong Naiyanapakorn, the value of these exports reached US$979 million during this period, reflecting a 13.4% year-on-year growth. Thailand exported 221,092 tonnes of canned tuna this…
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Global bond funds attract 88 billion baht, yield 0.50% return
Global bond funds have seen significant popularity over the past 18 months, drawing investments totalling 88 billion baht and yielding an average return of 0.50% for the year to date, according to Morningstar Research (Thailand). Morningstar stated that global bond funds are capable of producing positive average returns this year, although these returns are modest in comparison to the US…
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