Banks readjusting focus with subsidiary divestments
September 10, 2021 | 08:00
Vietnamese banks are withdrawing capital from their subsidiaries to refocus on major banking services, with the move opening the door for foreign investors to make inroads in the financial market.
Local lenders increase fund reserves
January 14, 2021 | 08:00
Vietnamese banks are making a beeline to increase capital, accelerate financial capacity, and tap into overseas funds.
Financial institutions begin public trading
December 30, 2020 | 09:00
Vietnamese banks are enthusiastically filing for initial public offering or re-listing, in which they dream about tapping into broader scope of funds.
Lenders utilise varied approach in FOL adjustments
November 23, 2020 | 12:36
Vietnamese banks are demonstrating their eagerness to tie the knot with international investors, with the expectation that cash injections will help grow the finance and banking segment on a longer timescale.
Foreign fix to banks’ capitalisation ails
June 10, 2020 | 08:00
A string of Vietnamese banks, particularly state-owned lenders, are facing capital shortfalls but upcoming tie-up deals with foreign investors could give the financial sector some much-needed momentum.
Vietnamese banks see improved solvency
March 03, 2020 | 21:22
Banks in Vietnam posted solid profit growth and asset quality improvements in 2019, benefitting from the country's robust macro-economic environment, Moody's Investors Service said.
Banking M&A activity could surpass 2019 outcomes
January 08, 2020 | 10:28
The recent rising appetite for M&A in Vietnamese banks from South Korean investors may be a positive sign reflecting a brighter economic outlook and a hunger for growth.
Vietnamese lenders set sail for lucrative lands
November 15, 2019 | 15:22
Vietnamese banks are following their corporate clients by expanding abroad. However, lenders could also confront a combination of hurdles when going abroad, including understanding cultural differences, local regulations, and meeting strict requirements.
Banks’ profit growth forecast to slow in 2019
September 11, 2019 | 15:16
Profit growth of Vietnamese banks in 2019 is forecast to be lower than last year, but experts say this should not be cause for concern.
Building trust critical for digital banking development
June 15, 2019 | 11:54
Digital banking is inevitable for Vietnamese banks and building trust is critical in the development of the new business model, experts said at a conference on Friday.
Vietnamese banks target more overseas markets
May 07, 2019 | 10:32
Vietnamese banks are stepping up plans to expand their markets globally instead of focusing only on the Indochina region.
Gov’t urged to help local banks lure foreign capital
April 01, 2019 | 12:24
The Government should help Vietnamese banks lure capital and experience from prestigious foreign banks so as to help local firms develop sustainably, experts said.
Foreign investment in banking to surge
March 08, 2019 | 17:48
The improved business performance of Vietnamese banks and a Government regulation to require local banks to meet stricter capital regulations as part of Basel II standards is spelling the start of a wave of foreign investment into the country’s finance and banking sector in 2019, experts said.
Moody's: Widening gap in asset quality and profitability performance
March 07, 2018 | 21:22
Moody’s rates show that asset quality of 14 local banks improved moderately year-over-year, while profitability also improved.
Foreign firms playing by the rules
March 12, 2012 | 08:06
Foreign investors in Vietnam have been given a clean bill of financial health after a nationwide review carried out by the Ministry of Planning and Investment.
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