Optimism urged for 2023 capital market prospects

Optimism urged for 2023 capital market prospects

Vietnam’s capital market has evolved at a pace that may have exceeded forecasts during the last decade, but investor education and environmental, social, and governance awareness are now pressing concerns. Dominic Scriven, chairman of Dragon Capital, discussed with VIR’s Luu Huong how to accelerate the adoption of such standards to promote sustainability and the position of Vietnam’s capital sector.
Experts look to 2023 for top M&A deals

Experts look to 2023 for top M&A deals

Although the merger and acquisition market in Vietnam has been slow going in 2022, opportunities next year should be abundant even despite concerns from prolonged global economic storms, according to various insiders.
Domestic corporations turn to global credit financing sources

Domestic corporations turn to global credit financing sources

Given current challenging fundraising and bleak merger and acquisition circumstances, a number of Vietnamese groups are looking to financing sources from overseas credit facilities to strengthen their resilience in the face of market fluctuations.
Asian investors still on lookout for deals

Asian investors still on lookout for deals

Having been the dominant players in Vietnam’s merger and acquisition market for years, new activities from Japanese, South Korean, and Singaporean investors are demonstrating that interest in the fast-growing market remain unchanged.
E-grocery shopping startup bags $4.5 million from Nextrans and Do Ventures

E-grocery shopping startup bags $4.5 million from Nextrans and Do Ventures

Cooky, an e-grocery shopping platform, has raised $4.5 million in a funding round led by Korea-based investment firm Nextrans and local venture capital firm Do Ventures.
Korean expectations for deals in Vietnamese market

Korean expectations for deals in Vietnamese market

Since Vietnam keeps moving forward with its high economic growth rate, market potential, and developments in business sectors including IT, Vietnam is still an attractive investment destination for foreign investors.
“New Value Creation” session at Vietnam M&A Forum 2022

“New Value Creation” session at Vietnam M&A Forum 2022

In the second session of the Vietnam M&A Forum 2022, titled “New Value Creation”, renowned dealmakers delved into new possibilities that could drive value.
'M&A opportunities in a volatile market' session at the Vietnam M&A Forum 2022

'M&A opportunities in a volatile market' session at the Vietnam M&A Forum 2022

Session 1 of the "M&A opportunities in a volatile market" of the Vietnam M&A Forum 2022, moderated by Seck Yee Chung, partner, Baker & McKenzie Vietnam.
Appetite remains for M&A investments in Vietnam

Appetite remains for M&A investments in Vietnam

The M&A Vietnam Forum 2022 on November 23 in Ho Chi Minh City received around 500 attendees.
Strong GDP growth supports rebounding M&A market

Strong GDP growth supports rebounding M&A market

Vietnam's economy is expected to grow by 8 per cent this year and 6.5 per cent next year, creating a pedestal for investment and business activities, especially the M&A market.
Phuc Khang-Mitsubishi journey: the desire to create sustainable value

Phuc Khang-Mitsubishi journey: the desire to create sustainable value

Sustainability is often discussed in key meetings involving Phuc Khang Corporation and Mitsubishi Corporation, its Japanese partner, as the pair strive to create a more sustainable and connected value system through ventures like Diamond Lotus Riverside.
Singapore's Leader Energy acquires Binh Thuan solar power plant

Singapore's Leader Energy acquires Binh Thuan solar power plant

Singapore's Leader Energy has purchased 100 per cent equity stake of the 50MW Vinh Hao 6 solar power plant in the south-central province of Binh Thuan.
Boutique M&A firms gaining ground

Boutique M&A firms gaining ground

The boutique M&A advisory model will be an important piece of the puzzle to help businesses and investors embrace the current wave of opportunities in Vietnam more effectively. Founder & CEO of ASART Binh Le explains the key aspects of this oncoming trend.
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