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Stark Corp fraud damage may reach B100bn, says DSI

The Department of Special Investigation has impounded assets worth 100 million baht from listed wire and cable manufacturer Stark Corp and suspects total damage in the alleged fraud could reach 100 billion baht.

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SEC warns of prison time for Stark fraudsters

Members of the management team and others involved in the fraud surrounding Stark Corporation (STARK) could face up to 10 years in prison if found guilty, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said on Monday, as it tried to restore confidence in the Thai capital market.

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Don't drag feet on Stark

The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) agreed last Thursday to investigate SET-listed Stark Corporation Plc for fraud committed by its former executives, which resulted in the loss of billions of baht.

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A 99% stock crash and shock default raise alarm

Only a year ago Stark Corporation looked like a Thai corporate success story. Backed by a wealthy local businessman, the nearly US$2 billion maker of electrical cables was an aggressive acquirer making its first major push beyond Asia.

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DSI agrees to look into Stark's finances

The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has agreed to investigate Stark Corporation over suspicions of fraud by its former executives, which came to light after the publicly listed wire and cable maker failed to submit its financial statements in time as required by law.

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Stark stalls on debt deal negotiations

Stark Corporation, the SET-listed and financially troubled wire and cable manufacturer, has insisted it will not pay any debts until the company reaches agreements with every bondholder and creditor about the repayment methods.

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Arkhom urges tough action for troubled cable manufacturer

Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith says if any illegal activities are found in the probe of Stark Corporation shares, responsible agencies must prosecute the offenders.

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Stark told to pay B6.9bn to bondholders

Kasikornbank (KBank) and Asia Plus Securities (ASPS), representatives for Stark Corporation's bondholders, called for the immediate payment of bonds worth more than 6.9 billion baht after they decided to cancel tomorrow's bondholders' meeting.

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Troubles mount for Stark hit by accounting scandal

Bondholders of Stark Corporation Public Company Limited called for immediate payment of about US$200 million after a special audit revealed accounting irregularities, the latest trouble for the Thai electrical components maker that has defaulted on debt and seen its shares plummet to near-zero.

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SEC urged to act on Stark

Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith has told the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to take action regarding Stark Corporation's negative shareholder equity to protect investors' interests and build confidence.

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Stark cites Russia-Ukraine war to exit €560m deal

Stark Corporation Public Company Limited, a Thai maker of electrical components engulfed in an accounting scandal, has cited the Russia-Ukraine war as a reason for pulling out of an agreement to buy a German maker of automotive cable solutions for €560 million (21.27 billion baht).

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Stark facing stock exchange delisting

Stark Corporation is poised to be delisted from the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) due to its negative shareholders' equity, while the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is vowing to take legal action against those involved in preparing the company's faulty financial statements.

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Stark asks for more time for special audit report

Stark Corporation has asked the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to delay the deadline for the submission of its special audit report by another 30 days from Friday, but indicated it is prepared to file its 2022 financial statement on July 16, as required by the regulator.

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Stark enters arbitration with 2 firms

SET-listed Stark Corporation is entering an arbitration dispute with German firms Leoni AG and Leoni Bordnetz-Systeme GmbH, which claim €608 million from the company, citing a violation of their sales and purchase agreement.

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SET orders progress update on Stark reports

The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has told Stark Corporation to clarify its progress regarding preparation of its 2022 financial statement and a special audit report, as well as issues surrounding the company's bond payment defaults.

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Stark case puts spotlight on mutual fund managers

The Association of Investment Management Companies (AIMC) tried to assure investors yesterday about the selection process of mutual funds that held shares in Stark Corporation (STARK), saying the funds follow international standards when making investment decisions.

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SEC issues facts on bond investment

As Stark Corporation is projected to potentially default on the payment of bonds worth nearly 9.2 billion baht, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released guidelines for investors to track damages.

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Class action law to be used to protect Stark investors

The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) and the Association of Investment Management Companies (AIMC) are preparing to use class action law to protect investors' interests as the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) probes potential fraud among former executives of Stark Corporation.

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Stark warning over potential bond default

Stock market regulators yesterday warned investors to exercise caution in trading shares of Stark Corporation, saying the listed wire and cable maker is likely to default on payment of corporate bonds worth nearly 9.2 billion baht.

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Stark provides update as share trade resumes

Stark Corporation (STARK) has reassured the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) and its shareholders management is ready to take any necessary action to protect the interests of shareholders in managing risks associated with the company's potentially improper transactions.

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Stark shares return from SET suspension for one month

Shares of Stark Corporation (STARK) return to trade for a period of one month starting on Thursday for cash accounts, but the suspension (SP) sign will be reposted on the stock from July 1 if the company fails to submit its complete financial statements by that date, says the Stock…

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SET slaps warning on Stark shares

The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) plans to assign the "C" (caution) sign to shares of Stark Corporation today after the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ordered the company to clarify its financial data within seven days.

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Jailed, deported and blacklisted: Qatar's outspoken World Cup guards

Andrew Maganga seized the chance to work as a World Cup security guard in Qatar last year, only to be fired along with some 200 others on the last day of the tournament, jailed for protesting over wages, and deported back to his native Kenya.

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Stark moves to reassure stakeholders over debt

Stark Corporation Plc has issued a statement to reassure its shareholders, bondholders and creditors, saying its operations are continuing as normal with a strong backlog of orders that could generate enough capital to service its financial liabilities.

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Stark Future Delivers First Varg Electric Dirt Bikes To Customers

Spain-based electric mobility startup Stark Future announces the first batch of Varg electric dirt bike shipments to December, 2021, pre-order customers.

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