PM instructs action for stock market upgrade
By VNA
February 19, 2024 | 11:45
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has instructed the Ministry of Finance, State Bank of Vietnam and the Ministry of Planning and Investment to address obstacles in relevant sectors for upgrading the stock market from frontier to emerging status.
Vietnam’s consumer gold demand down in 2023
By Bich Thuy
February 19, 2024 | 08:37
Vietnam saw a drop in overall consumer gold demand last year.
US dollar dominance not under threat, despite risks: Fed official
By AFP
February 16, 2024 | 11:38
The status of the US dollar as the world's reserve currency is likely to continue, despite threats posed by China's rise and the growth of cryptocurrencies, a US Federal Reserve official said Thursday.
Bitcoin's renewed euphoria as price keeps rising
By AFP
February 16, 2024 | 10:47
Bitcoin is forecast to keep on rising after hitting fresh two-year highs above $50,000 on Thursday, leaving analysts to wonder whether investors have moved on from recent cryptocurrency setbacks, including scandals.
Visa venture combats pay fraud
By Thuy Dinh
February 14, 2024 | 21:53
Visa has spotlighted its evolution through new changes to its dispute processes in January, making it easier for merchants to fight first-party misuse for card-not-present transactions.
Vietnam maturing into respected capital player
By Le Luu
February 12, 2024 | 23:29
Dragon Capital is heavily investing in Vietnam and has been ever-present in the country for three decades. In an exclusive interview, chairman Dominic Scriven shared insights with VIR’s Le Luu into the evolving Vietnamese capital market.
Multi-pronged approach to fortify monetary policy
By Hong Dung
February 10, 2024 | 22:32
It has been a period of heightened global economic tribulations, with Vietnam facing its share
Strategic positioning vital to upgrade Vietnam
By Chan Phuong
February 10, 2024 | 18:00
The State Securities Commission (SSC) has been working towards upgrading the stock market from a frontier to an emerging market, attracting notable international investor interest.
Lethargic opening to 2024 bond market poses questions for challenging outlook
By Luu Huong
February 07, 2024 | 22:16
Vietnam’s corporate bond market in early 2024 has experienced a subdued start, marked by a notable absence of new issuances and a predominant focus on bond buybacks.
Credit law creates banking safeguards
By Van Luc
February 07, 2024 | 22:00
The latest amendment of Vietnam’s Law on Credit Institutions is set to significantly enhance the banking sector’s resilience and transparency, profoundly impacting its operational landscape and consumer accessibility.
Climate funds begin to make waves with domestic entities
By Le Luu
February 07, 2024 | 21:53
The increasing focus on sustainable and eco-friendly initiatives in Vietnam is evident, with major financial institutions and cities launching substantial green investment funds.
Choosing people, environment, and financial return for investors
By Linh Le
February 07, 2024 | 21:43
Mekong Capital is making a deeper foray into sustainability. Ellen Van, the fund’s investment principal, spoke to VIR’s Linh Le about how it assesses and manages risks, and the importance of authenticity in its sustainability endeavours.
Manipulation to be mitigated through updated legislation
By Hong Dung
February 07, 2024 | 21:00
The new Law on Credit Institutions has been adopted to resolve bottlenecks in the current landscape. Economist Le Xuan Nghia delves into some new points in the law with VIR’s Hong Dung.
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