sector the Thai economy continues to outperform with Q2 growth at 4.6% slightly below Q1 but remaining strong. Private consumption growth was robust in July and August, supported by higher consumer

from 3.3 percent in 2016 on the back of rising exports and a robust tourism sector, consistent with a stronger recovery in global demand. Headline inflation rose to 0.7 percent, following higher energy

2018 expanded continuously on the back of robust exports and tourism, which is supported by stronger global economic conditions. Exports and tourist arrivals rose by 9.9 percent and 15.4 percent, from

categories especially in durable goods which showed significant contractions since the second quarter onwards from the contractions in vehicle sales. Key factors include the weakened household income and

especially in durable goods which showed significant contractions since the second quarter onwards from the contractions in vehicle sales. Key factors include the weakened household income and tightening of

Brand”, having communicated to customer groups to become aware of the variety of “Diamond” brand products, which are strong and durable resulting in trustworthiness from the customers through every

demand faced contraction in the same direction as private consumption on durable goods and services significantly contracted because people avoided going outside. Other fators include the suspension of a

is expected to continue its robust growth underpinned by increasing 4G usage on video content and social media as well as overall improving economic environment. After two years of 4G launch, network

1,748mn and 273mn, respectively. Our robust operating and financial performance are a direct reflection of successful implementation of digitalisation strategy, strategic acquisitions as well as the

returning value to our shareholders”. 2. Outlook In 2018 as a whole, the Thai economy expanded 4.1%, +4.0% year-on-year and looking ahead, the economy is expected to continue growing at a robust pace in 2019