empowering female leaders in tech insights and aspirations shared at kpmg tech innovator 2023

Empowering female leaders in tech: insights and aspirations shared at KPMG Tech Innovator 2023

Women are now playing a key role in determining the tech industry's future direction, according to KPMG’s event “Empowering Women through Entrepreneurship: Breaking through the Glass Ceilings” on September 14.
vietnams impressive vision for a cleaner energy future

Vietnam’s impressive vision for a cleaner energy future

Vietnam’s power development plan outlines a comprehensive energy blueprint for the country. Mishra Kumar Sameer, director of Deals Advisory for KPMG in Vietnam, explains how a diversified energy mix with supporting infrastructure will be crucial in meeting environmental commitments and energy security.
kpmg tech innovator contest unveils top 6 finalists

KPMG tech innovator contest unveils top 6 finalists

The 2023 KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator is a prestigious global competition hosted by KPMG Private Enterprise that recognises groundbreaking companies in the technology industry from 26 countries around the world. During the semi-final stage in Vietnam and Cambodia on July 20, the top six finalists in their respective markets were unveiled.
decoding preferences of investors in tech startups

Decoding preferences of investors in tech startups

In an exclusive interview, VIR’s Luu Huong explored Vietnam’s vibrant startup ecosystem with Hung Truong, senior investment director at SK Vietnam and judge for the KPMG Global Tech Innovator 2023, discussing investor preferences, regional competition, and strategies for startups.
kpmg propels private enterprises in vietnam towards sustainable excellence

KPMG propels private enterprises in Vietnam towards sustainable excellence

Private enterprises (PEs) encounter myriad obstacles encompassing economic fluctuations, technological progress, talent procurement, tax complexities, and the growing necessity for sustainable practices. In an exclusive interview with VIR's Celine Luu, Johnathan Lavender, global chairman of KPMG Private Enterprise, elaborated on how KPMG's extensive array of specialised services, tailored guidance, and profound expertise is dedicated to empowering PEs.
fundraising challenges must be navigated in uncertain ma market

Fundraising challenges must be navigated in uncertain M&A market

Warnings about a slowdown in the Vietnam merger and acquisition market, particularly for investment from private equity and venture capital (PE/VC), were raised in late 2022. As of now, we are experiencing one of the toughest downturns.
valuable guidance for operating in vietnam

Valuable guidance for operating in Vietnam

Amidst a backdrop of shifting economic paradigms, the Vietnamese economy stands resilient in its pursuit of growth and sustainable development. Warrick Cleine, chairman and CEO of KPMG in Vietnam and Cambodia, shared with Celine Luu the ongoing trends and prospects in Vietnam’s business landscape.
responding to the changes in the startup environment

Responding to the changes in the startup environment

Startups today face the daunting obstacles of scaling their businesses and proving their revenue models, requiring them to exhibit adaptability and articulate their value proposition in an ever-evolving investment landscape. Manisha Shah, CFO at Momo, also one of esteemed judges of KPMG Global Tech Innovator, shared with VIR’s Celine Luu her perspective on these challenges, while also offering valuable insights on the role of women in tech start-ups and the need for increased support for female entrepreneurs.
esg centric businesses set to gain plaudits for long term vision

ESG-centric businesses set to gain plaudits for long-term vision

In a global economy, companies that do not implement environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria might be put at a significant disadvantage to their ESG-conscious competitors. Ha Do, KPMG’s newly appointed head of ESG in Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Linh Le about such considerations, stakeholder engagement across the country, and the evolving landscape globally.
kpmg provides businesses with helpful solutions to manage cost and treasury

KPMG provides businesses with helpful solutions to manage cost and treasury

On February 15 and 17, the workshop Cost and Treasury Management for Corporates took place at KPMG Vietnam’s regional offices in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, attracting the presence of Luu Bao Lien, partner and head of Financial Management Consulting, Tim Kramer, director and head of the Special Situations Group, Hoang Thi Linh Chi, manager of Financial management Consulting, and Vu Quyen, director at FIS Global.
the prospects in real estate ma

The prospects in real estate M&A

As Vietnam’s population hit the 100 million mark before the end of 2022, the need for housing, affordable or otherwise, is becoming even more acute.
managing working capital within a complex environment

Managing working capital within a complex environment

We ended 2022 amidst considerable uncertainty. The global economy is being impacted by several interlocking events such as the war in Ukraine and high food and fuel prices.
navigating tax concerns for vietnamese and multinational companies

Navigating tax concerns for Vietnamese and multinational companies

The pandemic has reshaped the global and domestic economy, and altered every nook and cranny of the tax landscape. Hoang Thuy Duong, partner and head of Tax at KPMG in Vietnam, discussed how Vietnam should write a new tax chapter to become an international fund magnet, with VIR’s Luu Huong.
the future of commercial banking

The future of commercial banking

The commercial banking sector is rapidly evolving through digitalisation. Nguyen Ngoc Hoang, director and digital innovation lead for KPMG in Vietnam, looks at what the future of the commercial banking landscape looks like, and what commercial banks should do to stay competitive.
kpmg launches 2022 vietnam customer experience excellence report

KPMG launches 2022 Vietnam Customer Experience Excellence Report

A new KPMG report identifies the leading performing brands and industries providing exceptional experiences from the consumer's point of view.