Siam Makro uses its noodle: discount retailer carves niche in tough market

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Some analysts predict Thailand's Siam Makro PLC stock price will rise by over 50% by the fourth quarter 2000. While most foreign investors focus on Internet and telecommunications companies, stong retail companies like this noodle distributor can be overlooked.

Financial analysis, Macaroni and spaghetti, Macaroni, Spaghetti & Noodles, Dry Pasta Manufacturing, Column, Pasta products, Cereal products industry, Pasta industry

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Hard-hit Siam Cement begins to get some footing

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Siam Cement has over 100 subsidiaries, making it the largest industrial conglomerate in Thailand, with cement and building products still generating nearly one-third of its earnings. The company's total debt has dropped from $4.8 billion in 1997 to $3.7 billion now. First-quarter earnings this year were down slightly to 8.4 billion baht. The article details the financial status of Siam Cement.

Sales, profits & dividends, Cement, hydraulic, Cement, Cement Manufacturing, Liabilities NEC, Finance, Brief Article, Cement industry, Siam Cement Company Ltd.

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Siam Makro fans disperse as recovery looks distant

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The appeal of Siam Makro's shares among investors declines as Thailand's economic recovery remains distant. In contrast to past years when Siam Makro's shares were very much attractive, analyst are advising investors to sell their shares in the company despite its efficient management and financial strength. Analysts are alarmed with the continued rise of Siam Makro's stock prices at a time when Thailand's economy is far from recovering.

Financial management, Securities issued, listed, Retail Stores, Retail industry, Retail trade

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