Implications of digital assets in M&A
By My Hao and Thanh Binh
November 22, 2022 | 18:00
Digital assets have gained a lot of attention over retail investors, institutional investors, companies and policymakers in recent years. Despite the dramatic decline of the market, the potential growth for digital assets over the upcoming decade is expected to be high and reach tenths of trillions of US dollars market capitalisation according to prominent money managers like Fidelity and Ark Invest.
Looking ahead to future M&A trends
By Thanh Duy
November 22, 2022 | 16:15
The global economic situation shows that mergers and acquisitions have been slowing down, with the possibility of a recession next year. Le Duc Khanh, director of Investment Capacity Development at VPS, talked with VIR’s Thanh Duy about why he has a more optimistic view of the future, with major restructuring and new deals likely to be agreed.
Hunt for fresh land banks taking off across key regions
By Bich Ngoc
November 22, 2022 | 15:58
A series of large real estate projects have been bought up by investors as they move towards assets in second-tier cities, with land availability limited in major urban areas.
Fintech future in store for smarter M&A deals
By Van Huong
November 22, 2022 | 15:00
Cross-border merger and acquisition deals are being altered as a direct result of increasing inflation. Nevertheless, foreign investors are exploring untapped potential in the fintech industry to stay competitive in the digital era.
Daikin Industries to expand M&A and investments in Southeast Asia and India
By Celine Luu
November 19, 2022 | 14:24
Daikin Industries announced its plan to spend approximately $711 million to produce core components and smaller air conditioners.
Strategy tweaks boost Japanese M&A
By Thanh Van
November 16, 2022 | 21:00
Japanese investors continue its expansion outside Japan via mergers and acquisitions activities with Vietnam being one of the preferred destinations in Southeast Asia.
Rootopia secures $1 million in pre-seed money
By Thanh Van
November 15, 2022 | 14:28
Rootopia announced the company has raised $1 million in a pre-seed round from Genesia Ventures, ThinkZone Venture and BK Fund.
SMBC spends over $9 million to scoop up SmartNet shares
By Thanh Van
November 15, 2022 | 09:13
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation has inked a deal to form a capital alliance with SmartNet to purchase of shares valued at $9.36 million.
SMBC scoops up SmartNet shares for over $9 million
By Thanh Van
November 14, 2022 | 14:59
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation has inked a deal to form a capital alliance with Smart Net Trading Service JSC with the purchase of shares valued at $9.36 million.
M&A seekers play it safe amid choppy economic waters
By Le Luu
November 12, 2022 | 13:00
Global geopolitical concerns and rising inflation are impacting cross-border agreements, and as a direct consequence, investors are taking a conservative approach, particularly concerning mergers and acquisitions.
CapitaLand Investment is betting on emerging markets like Vietnam and India
By Luu Huong
November 03, 2022 | 15:13
In the midst of a volatile macroeconomic climate, Singaporean fund CapitaLand Investment is seeking opportunities in emerging economies, including Vietnam and India.
VIR kicks off annual Vietnam M&A Forum 2022
By Le Luu
November 03, 2022 | 14:35
The Organising Committee of the Vietnam Mergers and Acquisitions Forum 2022 conducted a press conference on November 3 in Hanoi to kick off the M&A conference.
Fundiin raises $5 million investment in Series A round
By Huong Nhung
October 18, 2022 | 13:55
Buy now pay later (BNPL) fintech Fundiin has successfully raised $5 million in a Series A funding round co-led by Trihill Capital and ThinkZone Ventures.
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