-term investments of THB 587mn mainly from cash used for MACO’s investment in COMASS and BSSH’s loan to Rabbit Internet. However, the decrease was partially offset by 2) an increase in trade and other
partially replaced by IP calls. Net Interconnection charges (Net IC) were Bt220mn decreasing from Bt285mn in 2016 due to the IC rate adjustment from Bt0.34/minute in 2016 down to Bt0.27/minute in 2017. It is
JVs that are bearing costs associated with sales, marketing and project development. It was partially offset by THB 17mn profit contribution from Absolute Hotel Service (AHS). MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION
and equipment from MACO’s subsidiary of THB 50mn, 2) an increase in long-term loans to associated company of THB 51mn. However, the increase was partially offset by a decrease in 3) advance payments to
utilize Land and Buildings in small parts, i.e. the Company partially utilizes some office space. 8. Plans for utilizing the proceeds from the asset disposal Proceeds received from the disposal of Land and
new product, Carabao Green Apple. Sales of branded products by 3rd party’s manufacture decreased by THB 229 million or 35.8 which was partially offset by an increase in sales of 3rd party products for
ordinary shares to PlanB of THB 1,545mn and 2) increase in short-term loans from financial institutions of THB 685mn. However, the increase was partially offset by cash paid for 3) lease liabilities of THB
competition and inflation which affected the mass customer segment. This was partially offset by an increase in IR/IDD revenue from the expanded border re- opening in more countries. • Fixed broadband revenue