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Your Investment Guide to ThailandForeword by Korn Chatikavanij, Finance Minister of Thailand (2009-2011)
ISBN 978-974-9511-86-2 (hard-copy) 978-616-9071-86-0 (e-book) The most recent hard-copy version of the Guide, published by Silkworm Books, was released in May 2011.
The most recent e-book version of the Guide was released in April 2012, details of which can be found here.
Your Investment Guide to Thailand is essential reading for foreign investors as well as anyone considering relocating or retiring to Thailand. It is also a valuable resource for Thais working in the government and finance sectors, who seek to better understand the mindset of the foreign investor. No other source, either in print or online, encompasses the range of information and advice contained in these pages. The book avoids jargon and sales-pitches in favour of plain English and easy-to-understand tables, graphs, and checklists that are supported by real-life examples. The Guide focuses not just on wealth creation, but also on the protection of existing assets. It introduces the major investment choices in Thailand—real estate, gold, stocks, bonds, managed funds, and investment in a business—and gives details of past performance for each, together with practical information about how to make an investment. The Guide also provides advice for those moving to Thailand, including legal issues like visas and work permits, and an overview of key economic, political, and social trends. The book adopts a critical and unapologetic approach in its consideration of Thailand and Thai investment opportunities, exposing potential risks and benefits to ensure that investors make the most appropriate investments for their individual needs. Through its comprehensive, step-by-step approach Your Investment Guide to Thailand will help you to access the rewarding opportunities that await you in the fascinating Kingdom of Thailand. All author royalties from the sale of the hard-copy version of the 'Guide' during financial year 2011/12 are being donated to the Ayui Foundation Highlights
What others are saying“Bruce Bickerstaff makes the insightful point that ‘shrewd’ in Sydney or San Francisco does not necessarily mean ‘shrewd’ in Thailand. This is an excellent book for anyone not only interested in investing in Thailand but also for the general reader wanting to obtain insight into how Thailand operates.”—Mark Mobius, Executive Chairman, Templeton Asset Management “Bruce’s book has no competition in the way it comprehensively discusses the various investment options available to foreign individuals from equities to debt instruments and derivatives as well as the all-important purchasing of real estate in Thailand. Serious investors will appreciate the assessment of Thailand’s monetary and fiscal policies as well as the impact of the global recession on the country’s economic prospects.”—Supavud Saicheua, Managing Director, Phatra Securities “This book can’t replace the real life experience of the joys and pitfalls of investing in Thailand—but it’s the next best thing! It is a must read and valuable reference manual for the newcomer to Thailand as well as the seasoned expat, and should be kept close by and referred to every time a different investment comes along.”—Andrew Durieux, President, Australia-Thai Chamber of Commerce “There must now be many foreigners who have failed to successfully capitalise on the investment potential of this country who wish that this book had been available earlier.”—Graham MacDonald, Chairman, British Chamber of Commerce in Thailand “Thanks a lot for publishing your investment book. It’s a blessing … Your book is a great tool – useful, valuable information and references ... and entertaining to read.”—Raimund, Tak, Thailand “An excellent production. Congratulations!.”— Colin Mackenzie, Executive Director, Australia Thailand Business Council “I must say that I find the book, well researched, full of information and portals for more. It is easy to read and understand and well worth a place on my bookshelf ... So well done and I am pleased with my purchase ... As a reference book Bruce it is very good and one I will always be going back to for advice.”— David, Nakhon Sawan, Thailand “Congratulations on a very well written book. Very clear and full of good sense.”—Peter Barlow, Chiang Mai About the Authoris a qualified financial planner with more than twenty years experience in professional and management roles in both the Australian government and private sectors. Over the past decade he has been an active investor and part-time resident of the Kingdom. In this book he shares the knowledge and experience he has gained in both roles. Bruce has also been recognised as a Thailand expert in the Euromoney Country Risk project. "By way of background, I do not work as a financial advisor in Thailand and the 'Guide' is not a vehicle to scout for customers in that regard. I have no financial relationship with Thai-based financial advisors, nor with any providers of the various financial products mentioned in my book. As a consequence I have no vested interest whatsoever in steering people towards particular investment opportunities, or to invest in Thailand generally." - Bruce Bickerstaff For details of other written work by the author, please click here To order your own copy of the 'Guide'
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