Corporate bond market shows early recovery signs in 2026
By Lien Thuy
April 08, 2026 | 10:39
Real estate is driving corporate bond issuance growth as default risks ease and debt recovery improves, data shows.
FTSE Russell confirms Vietnam market reclassification
By Thanh Van
April 08, 2026 | 10:15
FTSE Russell, the global index provider, has confirmed the reclassification of Vietnam to secondary emerging market status, effective from September 21, 2026.
Vietnam stock market gathers pace as upgrade window opens
By Hazy Tran
April 06, 2026 | 16:24
Vietnam’s recent market correction appears tactical rather than structural, as strong growth momentum and FTSE upgrade prospects anchor a compelling medium-term outlook.
Monetary policy enters era of strategic communication
By Hazy Tran
April 06, 2026 | 12:44
Policy communication is emerging as a pillar of monetary management, playing a role in shaping expectations, stabilising markets, and sustaining confidence.
Green SM Indonesia signs investment loan with Bank Central Asia
By Thanh Van
April 03, 2026 | 16:05
Green SM Indonesia and Bank Central Asia on April 3 announced the signing of a five-year investment loan agreement with a total value of $300 million.
Corporate bonds key to easing Vietnam’s long-term capital pressure
By Khanh Linh
April 03, 2026 | 09:00
Corporate bonds in focus as long-term funding gap widens
Bank margins to narrow on tighter liquidity
By Thanh Van
April 02, 2026 | 14:13
Vietnam’s banking system liquidity is expected to stay tight in the near term on economic risks and keen competition, pressuring lending margins and profitability, according to a report released by Fitch Ratings on April 1.
Securities firms step up tech race to capture market share
By Song Thuy
April 01, 2026 | 16:36
Securities firms are accelerating technology investment – from AI-driven advisory to integrated digital platforms – transforming competition, strengthening system capacity, and positioning for rising liquidity and global market standards.
Banks brace for major leadership reshuffle amid strategic reset
By Vinh Thuy
April 01, 2026 | 13:23
The local banking sector is entering a pivotal shareholder meeting season, marked by sweeping leadership reshuffles, governance reforms, and renewed strategic priorities following years of restructuring and balance sheet clean-up.
Savings rates hit 9 per cent under liquidity pressure
By Vinh Thuy
March 30, 2026 | 17:32
A number of banks are raising deposit rates to nearly 9 per cent per year, driven by liquidity pressures, inflation expectations, and global monetary tightening, with further increases expected through 2026.
Draft decree expands tax breaks
By Van Thuy
March 30, 2026 | 17:29
Under a draft decree detailing a number of provisions of the Law on Personal Income Tax No.109/2025/QH15, the Ministry of Finance is proposing to reduce tax obligations in multiple cases.
Banks ramp up plans to establish VIFC subsidiaries
By Thanh Van
March 30, 2026 | 17:28
Banks are accelerating plans to set up subsidiary banks at the Vietnam International Financial Centre.
MoF proposes 20 per cent tax on unlisted securities transfers
By Nguyen Huong
March 30, 2026 | 13:40
The Ministry of Finance has proposed a 20 per cent tax rate for capital transfers involving unlisted securities.
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