asifma highlights vietnam stock markets emerging status

ASIFMA highlights Vietnam stock market's emerging status

The Asia Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (ASIFMA) has lauded Vietnam's stock market as it approaches the status of an emerging market. However, amid the promising growth, there remains a crucial bottleneck that foreign depository banks are eager to see resolved.
mb nurtures young talents and embraces digital innovation

MB nurtures young talents and embraces digital innovation

In Vietnam, while many organisations embrace the synergy of youthful talent and advanced technology, only a few have committed wholeheartedly to specialised initiatives for nurturing this vital workforce segment. One outstanding exemplar that has garnered widespread student interest is the Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB).
mb empowers import dependent enterprises with incentives and digital services

MB empowers import-dependent enterprises with incentives and digital services

Recognising the formidable hurdles faced by import-dependent enterprises during the initial five months of 2023, the Military Commercial Joint-Stock Bank (MB) remains steadfast in its commitment to extending a lifeline through the implementation of advantageous policies, aimed at alleviating the financial burden borne by its clientele.
gaining the confidence of foreign investors

Gaining the confidence of foreign investors

Vietnam’s successful attraction of foreign investment over the years places it as a leading country among economies of similar size. Dominic Scriven, chairman of Dragon Capital Fund Management Company, told Luu Huong how Vietnam possesses ample confidence to channel such funding into its infrastructure, and also looks at the future prospects of the stock market.
vib sign new loan agreement with ifc bringing its total credit limit to 450 million

VIB sign new loan agreement with IFC, bringing its total credit limit to $450 million

International Commercial Joint-Stock Bank (VIB) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have signed a medium and long-term loan agreement to strengthen VIB’s financial resources for credit expansion activities including retail home loans, home renovation products, and affordable mortgages.
vir to host exclusive talkshow unleashing capital influx in the stock market

VIR to host exclusive talkshow 'Unleashing capital influx in the stock market'

Join industry leaders and experts as they discuss effective strategies for capital mobilisation and investment prospects in the stock market, in an engaging talk show organised by VIR.
vietnams stock market faces challenges but positive liquidity outlook revealed

Vietnam's stock market faces challenges, but positive liquidity outlook revealed

While navigating the obstacles, Vietnam's stock market has shown promising liquidity prospects as the State Securities Commission (SSC) unveils strategic measures to bolster stability, transparency, and international investor appeal.
fies remain reluctant to take on stock listing

FIEs remain reluctant to take on stock listing

Despite the substantial contribution of foreign direct investment to Vietnam’s overall economy, the presence of foreign-led groups in the stock market remains disproportionately meagre and fails to reflect its true significance, experts point out.
securities firms urged to upgrade strategies

Securities firms urged to upgrade strategies

Securities firms operating in Vietnam’s highly profitable brokerage services sector catering to international clients and institutional financiers must elevate their service standards to attract discerning clients, as intensified competition necessitates enhancing capabilities to meet the demands of foreign investors.
tough journey is just starting for vinfast

Tough journey is just starting for VinFast

VinFast’s move to list in the US demonstrates its determination to position itself as a contender in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle industry. Marc Iyeki, former head of Asia-Pacific Listings at the New York Stock Exchange, gave VIR’s Luu Huong his insight on the ambitious overseas listing.
stock market sees signs of rallies in second half

Stock market sees signs of rallies in second half

The stock market is expected to see more investment opportunities for the medium and long term in the second quarter of 2023, according to analysts.
ocb secures 100 million loan from ifc to empower smes

OCB secures $100 million loan from IFC to empower SMEs

Vietnam's Orient Commercial Joint Stock Bank (OCB) has just secured a substantial loan of $100 million from the prestigious International Finance Corporation (IFC).
no braking for vinfast in quest for superiority

No braking for VinFast in quest for superiority

VinFast’s $23 billion entrance into the US stock market through a merger has sparked curiosity, as the carmaker aims for profitability and expansion into the regional and global stages.
hdbank contributes to development of ho chi minh city

HDBank contributes to development of Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City Development Commercial Joint-Stock Bank (HDBank) has been on a journey of more than 30 years, contributing to the creation and development of Ho Chi Minh City.
pm sends express dispatch address poultry smuggling

PM sends express dispatch address poultry smuggling

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh sent an express dispatch to ministries, localities, and relevant authorities on May 18 to implement solutions to prevent poultry smuggling and to implement strict punishments for violators.