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Banks set for selective hiring in 2026

By Lien Thuy January 08, 2026 | 10:56

Credit institutions are expected to recruit cautiously in 2026, focusing on targeted roles to support rising credit demand, digitalisation, and risk management.

Pilot digital asset exchanges to be licensed by mid-January

By Nguyen Thu January 08, 2026 | 10:38

Pilot digital asset exchanges will be licensed before January 15 as Vietnam moves to test a controlled regulatory framework for digital assets.

Banks step up debt recovery to support earnings

By Vinh Thuy January 08, 2026 | 10:34

Banks are accelerating debt recovery and asset liquidation to contain bad loans and bolster profits as net interest margins narrow.

Finance sector was key pillar of 2025 growth

By Nguyen Huong January 07, 2026 | 08:00

The finance sector underpinned Vietnam’s economic stability in 2025 and will play a central role in driving double-digit growth ambitions in 2026, the PM said.

From easy money to selective bets: investment prospects for Vietnam in 2026

By Lien Thuy January 06, 2026 | 16:51

2026 is set to test investors with rising interest rates, shifting growth drivers, and the need for more selective, risk-aware investment strategies.

Stock market starts 2026 with growth and governance in focus

By Nguyen Huong January 06, 2026 | 08:45

Vietnam’s stock market began 2026 with leaders reaffirming its role in supporting fast, sustainable growth in the next development phase.

Cake by VPBank posts strong gains in scale and efficiency leveraging AI focus

By Huyen Thuy January 05, 2026 | 18:55

After breaking into the global top tier of digital banking, Cake by VPBank has continued to scale rapidly, underscoring the commercial viability of Vietnam’s fintech model.

Banks step up listing plans in 2026 to strengthen capital and transparency

By Huong Thuy December 31, 2025 | 18:59

Vietnam's stock market is poised for a notable shift in 2026 as several banks plan to move from UPCoM to HSX.

Ho Chi Minh City projects $10.5 billion remittance inflows in 2025

By Thanh Van December 31, 2025 | 18:58

Ho Chi Minh City’s total remittance inflow is estimated to reach $10.5 billion thus year, a 10.5 per cent rise against 2024.

New decree sharpens enforcement in securities market

By Nguyen Huong December 31, 2025 | 18:53

Regulators are tightening enforcement and streamlining procedures as updated rules reshape the securities sanctions framework.

Gold market reform advances as SBV receives applications for bullion production

By Lien Thuy December 30, 2025 | 12:07

Nine banks and enterprises have filed applications for gold bullion production licences with the State Bank of Vietnam following new regulatory amendments.