This document discusses monetary policy and money supply in Thailand. It provides statistics on money supply levels as of February 2020. It outlines different measures and components of money supply, including M1, M2 and M3 aggregates. M1 includes cash and checking deposits, while M2 adds other savings deposits and M3 incorporates all bank deposits including time deposits. The document also discusses the evolution of money throughout history from barter systems to various coin, paper and digital forms of currency used today.
This document discusses monetary policy and money supply in Thailand. It provides statistics on money supply levels as of February 2020. It outlines different measures and components of money supply, including M1, M2 and M3 aggregates. M1 includes cash and checking deposits, while M2 adds other savings deposits and M3 incorporates all bank deposits including time deposits. The document also discusses the evolution of money throughout history from barter systems to various coin, paper and digital forms of currency used today.
The document discusses trends in consumer behavior and marketing in Asia. It notes that consumers are increasingly empowered, questioning companies and finding alternatives. It discusses differences in values across urban areas in Asia, finding populations ranging from ambitious to easy-going. Social media is influencing consumers to access content on mobile screens anywhere and anytime. Engaging with consumers in a culturally aware, authentic way that meets their needs is important for marketing.
The document provides an overview and operational guide for implementing the Making Markets Work for the Poor (M4P) approach to development. It discusses the basic considerations and characteristics of successful M4P programs, outlines the key components of the M4P intervention process including setting strategic frameworks, understanding market systems, defining outcomes, and facilitating systemic change. It also covers managing and governing M4P programs and provides good practice notes on various topics related to implementing the M4P approach. The overall goal of the guide is to improve understanding and application of market development approaches to reduce poverty through inclusive, sustainable market systems.
This document provides an introduction and outline to the ValueLinks Manual, which details the methodology of value chain promotion. The manual contains 11 modules that guide the reader through the process of selecting, analyzing, and developing a value chain project. It describes analytical tools and case studies from various countries to illustrate key concepts. The document includes tables of contents for the modules, lists of contributors, and various boxes, tables and templates to facilitate value chain analysis and strategy development.
A marketing platform called Kiva.org connects socially conscious individuals to lend money via local microfinance institutions to entrepreneurs in developing countries, helping them start businesses, create jobs, and reduce poverty while managing repayment risk. Kiva screens partner microfinance institutions, collects and distributes loan capital, and proves loans through the local MFIs, building a donor network and brand to promote market-based solutions to poverty.