Vietnam on path to investment-grade rating
By Thanh Van
February 03, 2026 | 13:07
Vietnam is edging closer to investment-grade status, with recent credit upgrades and clear government roadmap strengthening confidence in its sovereign outlook.
Consumer finance sector posts sharp profit growth
By Vinh Thuy
February 03, 2026 | 13:05
Many consumer finance companies are staging a strong comeback after restructuring, posting robust profit growth.
Insurance market building the next chapter of protection
By Hanh Tracy Dao
February 02, 2026 | 11:16
After a prolonged period of adjustment and restructuring, Vietnam’s insurance market is turning a corner. As the industry enters a new development cycle, 2026 is shaping up to be more than a growth milestone..
NAB Innovation Centre underscores Vietnam’s appeal for tech investment
By Nguyen Huong
January 30, 2026 | 11:16
Vietnam is attracting more high-quality foreign investment as global financial institutions expand technology and innovation operations in the country.
Vietnam strengthens public debt management with World Bank and IMF
By Nguyen Huong
January 30, 2026 | 11:00
Vietnam is working with the World Bank and the IMF to enhance public debt and risk management under a technical assistance programme.
Corporate bond market poised for stronger growth cycle
By Minh Thuy
January 28, 2026 | 17:13
Vietnam’s corporate bond market is showing clear signs of recovery, supported by rising issuance, proactive debt management, and regulatory reforms.
Vietnam's IPO market on recovery trajectory
By Thanh Van
January 28, 2026 | 17:04
Vietnam's initial public offering arena has witnessed a rebound following two blockbuster offerings in the financial sector in 2025.
Fintech-bank collaborations facilitate Vietnamese goals
By Rahn Wood
January 26, 2026 | 09:18
Vietnam is in a bright spot to utilise partnerships between fintech groups and lenders for its green ambitions. Fintech expert Rahn Wood looks at the tie-ups already taking place and what more could be around the corner.
State-owned stocks rally as reform expectations lift market sentiment
By Song Thuy
January 23, 2026 | 23:40
Vietnam’s stock market has seen a sharp rise in state-owned enterprise shares, as investors price in a new reform-driven cycle and shifting capital flows.
Fitch upgrades Vietnam's long-term senior secured debt instruments
By Hazy Tran
January 23, 2026 | 23:35
Fitch Ratings has revised its assessment of Vietnam’s sovereign debt, reflecting updates to its rating methodology and recovery assumptions.
Fitch Ratings upgrades Vietnam’s senior secured long-term debt rating to BBB-
By VNA
January 23, 2026 | 16:30
The rating for Vietnam’s secured long-term debt was raised to BBB-, equivalent to investment grade, one notch higher than the country’s long-term foreign-currency rating on unsecured debt, which remains at BB+. The upgrade followed Fitch’s review under its revised Sovereign Rating Criteria issued in last September, said the Ministry of Finance.
Accountants enter 2026 downbeat on global economic prospects
By Hazy Tran
January 22, 2026 | 20:21
Finance professionals are entering 2026 with a cautious outlook as global economic momentum shows signs of easing, according to an ACCA and IMA report.
Korea Development Bank gains approval to open Vietnam branch
By Thanh Van
January 22, 2026 | 20:14
Korea Development Bank on January 20 announced that it has obtained final approval from Vietnam’s central bank to open a branch in Hanoi.
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