giant real estate deals could see delayed plans reborn

Giant real estate deals could see delayed plans reborn

The real estate mergers and acquisitions outlook is becoming more exciting with several eye-catching deals in the last quarter of 2024, with the uptick expected to continue in 2025.
land tax plans must solve speculation issue

Land tax plans must solve speculation issue

The merits of a proposal to impose tax on those who own many houses, land plots, and unused properties in Vietnam are still being debated by both experts and homebuyers.
green buildings in vietnam harnessing potential and advantages

Green buildings in Vietnam: Harnessing potential and advantages

According to a report by the Ministry of Construction, by the end of the third quarter of 2024, the number of green buildings in Vietnam had reached approximately 500, with a total floor area exceeding 12 million square metres. This achievement is the result of favourable government policies and active involvement from diverse stakeholders.
industrial development must go green

Industrial development must go green

Companies are being urged to face up to the challenge of committing to sustainability while also offering up viable ventures.
market yet to align with new land and housing legislation

Market yet to align with new land and housing legislation

After more than a month of implementation, the new laws on land, housing, and real estate business still face significant obstacles in terms of land price table adjustments and the verification of housing status and income conditions.
new northern industrial parks attracting foreign investors

New northern industrial parks attracting foreign investors

Vietnam Investment Consulting released an industrial real estate report for northern Vietnam in late September. The report shows that in 2024-2025, there were several new industrial parks built in Nam Binh Xuyen, Vinh Phuc, Hai Duong, and Thai Nguyen.
debt recovery methods to be cleaned up

Debt recovery methods to be cleaned up

Commercial banks in Vietnam are grappling with rising loans and regulatory gaps, especially concerning debt recovery and managing real estate collateral, and highlighting the urgent need for clearer guidance on land use and leasing.
nam long group pioneering sustainable leadership

Nam Long Group pioneering sustainable leadership

Nam Long Group was honoured as a pioneering real estate developer at the prestigious Dot Property Vietnam Awards 2024 held in Ho Chi Minh City on September 26.
keppel sells stakes in saigon sports city and saigon centre

Keppel sells stakes in Saigon Sports City and Saigon Centre

Singapore's Keppel on September 30 announced that it was in the process of divesting from Saigon Sports City and Saigon Centre, two major real estate projects located in Ho Chi Minh City.
capitaland celebrates 30 years in vietnam by uplifting communities

CapitaLand celebrates 30 years in Vietnam by uplifting communities

CapitaLand on September 30 marked its 30-year anniversary milestone in Vietnam with a series of impactful events, including an appreciation dinner honouring its partners, stakeholders, and employees.
government considering tax on multiple properties

Government considering tax on multiple properties

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) is reviewing a proposal to tax individuals who own multiple properties to promote a more transparent and sustainable real estate market, according to Deputy Minister Nguyen Duc Chi on September 27.
reform adds to strong ma outlook

Reform adds to strong M&A outlook

The flow of capital from foreign investors into Vietnam’s real estate market has remained positive, with multiple transactions currently under negotiation. Seck Yee Chung, partner of Baker McKenzie Vietnam, discussed with VIR’s Bich Ngoc on the market’s outlook.
industrial real estate to boom in 2025

Industrial real estate to boom in 2025

Vietnam Investment Consulting (VNIC) successfully convened the National Industrial Real Estate Forum 2024, themed 'Capturing Trends, Leading the Market' on September 19 in Hanoi.
keppel and samsung collaborate on smart technology solutions

Keppel and Samsung collaborate on smart technology solutions

Keppel Ltd. and Samsung Vina Electronics Co., Ltd signed an MoU on September 16 for the implementation of smart technology solutions in Vietnam’s real estate sector.
land hike shock deemed necessary

Land hike shock deemed necessary

An adjusted land price list in Ho Chi Minh City is set to bring higher compensation for around 80,000 households whose land will be recovered for various projects, but it is also expected to drive up real estate prices.