Construction firms get help as Indonesia plans US$2 billion injection
The state-owned enterprises ministry of Indonesia has announced plans to provide an added $2.05 billion in equity investments to two construction firms by 2024. This...
Tesla to open flagship EV store in Bangkok as Thai sales grow
Tesla is set to open its flagship store in Thailand, located in an eastern Bangkok mall, as early as June. The aim is twofold: Firstly,...
InterContinental Bangkok Reopens
InterContinental Bangkok proudly announces its reopening following an extensive, year-long renovation project. The hotel's parent company, IHG Hotels and Resorts initiated the renovation project. With...
Singtel selling Amobee to Tremor International
Singtel is selling Amobee, it's digital marketing arm to Tremor International for US$239 million. According to Singtel, the divestment is in line with Singtel’s strategic...
Former Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe dies following assassination attempt
Japan's former prime minister Shinzo Abe died in hospital after he was shot at a political campaign event. Abe was shot twice while he was...
SME D Bank of Thailand to help more SMEs with loans
The Small and Medium Enterprise Development Bank of Thailand (SME D Bank) has teamed up with partners to help SMEs access loans, says bank president...
What are Bull and Bear Markets
In investing, the terms "bull" and "bear" are commonly used to characterize market conditions. These terms describe how equity markets perform in general, such as...
What are Bonds?
A bond is a simple loan made by a creditor to a business, the national govt, or regional or territorial authority. You, the investor, are...
What are REITS?
A real estate investment trust (REIT) is a business that owns, develops, or finances income-generating properties. Similar to mutual funds, REITs pool capital from various...
Equity, Stocks and Shares. What are they?
The market considers equity a legal ownership "share" in a business's profit flow after all earlier commitments and liabilities have been paid. In an equities...