For many years Thailand has focused on increasing energy generation so that it could power its industrial growth and meet the energy needs of an increasingly prosperous society. Achieving this objective was a requirement in terms of sustaining economic growth and, so far, the country’s energy production has succeeded at keeping pace. Thailand has one of the highest electrification rates in South-...
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Chapter | Real Estate from The Report: Indonesia 2014
Rising capital values, favourable interest rates and strong demand have created a promising environment for Indonesia’s real estate sector, which posted impressive expansion numbers in 2013. While the US and EU have struggled with the lingering effects of the global financial crisis, South-east Asia has powered on, with Indonesia topping the list of the world’s fastest growing luxury real estate...
Despite the political and social challenges that marked late 2013, Thailand’s economy has remained stable and is poised for further growth in the coming years. However, concerted action by the public and private sectors will be needed for the country to avoid the middle-income trap of stagnating productivity and to maintain its stance as a top Asian economy.
Accounting for 30.1% of bank lending in the second quarter of 2013, consumer lending has been the key driver of loan growth. Household debt rose from 56% of GDP in 2007 to 77% in 2012. Dominated by Thai lenders, the banking sector remains well-capitalised and liquid. Strong fee-revenue growth is offsetting pressure on net interest margins. Due to increased competition for deposits, net interest...
Banking remains a highly profitable sector in Indonesia despite being limited in its reach. Leading banks’ average profits were the highest amongst major economies in 2012, according to Bloomberg data, a remarkable feat in an era of falling bank profits globally. Credit plays a modest role in the Indonesian economy, with loans amounting to 32.85% of GDP. This is considerably lower than in many...
This chapter contains useful facts for visitors, including tips for etiquette, acquiring visas, and local business culture. It also provides a suggested list of hotels, contact information for embassies, hospitals and other important institutions, and contains a feature piece exploring the national cuisine of Thailand and its myriad influences.