Factor’s shares surge 16pc on first day trading

Shares of Dhanamitr Factoring (DM) have surged THB2.30, or 16 per cent, to THB16.60 on its first trading day, buoyed by optimism over the company's business prospects and attractive offering price.

Tax breaks for corporates approved

The Thai government announced this week three tax amendments aimed at improving competitiveness within mid- to large-sized companies.

Dhanamitr plans IPO

Dhanamitr Factoring Plc plans to go public in the next few months to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO).

Group buys 60% stake in factor

On 19 July the Central Retail Corp and Central Department Store respectively sold their 50 per cent and ten per cent shareholdings in Thanamit Factoring, according to a report in Krungthep Turakij.

Trade finance to be offered to SMEs

Kasikornbank Plc (KBANK), Thailand’s third-largest commercial bank, said that it has taken steps to encourage small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the eastern region to increase their exports after it found that foreign investments in the

Timeframe for Basel capital accord

The Bank of Thailand will finalise the timeframe under which local commercial banks must comply with the new Basel capital accord over the next few months, according to Tarisa Wattanagase, the deputy central bank governor for the financial institu