China’s August factory activity shrinks as orders weaken: Caixin PMI

BEIJING: China’s manufacturing plant activity contracted the first time in three months within August amid weakening demand, while strength shortages and refreshing COVID-19 flare-ups disrupted production, a private field survey showed on Thursday (Sep 1).   The Caixin/Markit manufacturing purchasing managers’ catalog (PMI) slid in order to 49. 5 withinContinue Reading

Thailand looks to Indian weddings to boost tourism revenue

BANGKOK: Thailand hopes to boost its tourism revenue to between 600 million to 700 billion baht (US$16 billion to US$19 billion) by year-end, by targeting high-spending groups like Indian wedding parties and honeymooners, a senior tourism official said. Famous for its white-sand beaches and nightlife, Thailand hopes to tap intoContinue Reading