impact investing goes a step further for positive gains

Impact investing goes a step further for positive gains

Impact investing is at a nascent stage in Vietnam, but there have been some new developments in the space recently. Shuyin Tang, co-founder of the Beacon Fund, spoke with VIR’s Thanh Van about Vietnam’s impact investing landscape.
high end customers pave the way for specialised financial product ecosystem

High-end customers pave the way for specialised financial product ecosystem

With the growth of the middle class in the Vietnamese market, amidst a positively growing economy, the number of high-end customers for financial institutions, banks, and securities companies is steadily increasing. Dau Thi Kim Nhung, head of Retail Marketing at Vietcombank, covers priority customer activities with VIR’s Hazy Tran.
5g opportunities opening for enterprises in vietnam

5G opportunities opening for enterprises in Vietnam

Ericsson is working with mobile service providers to ensure Vietnam is at the forefront of 5G developments. Rita Mokbel, head of Ericsson Vietnam, discussed with VIR’s Bich Thuy how the group’s strengthened portfolio and global experiences can accelerate the 5G journey of enterprises in Vietnam.
insee vietnam organise activities for world environment day

INSEE Vietnam organise activities for World Environment Day

Protecting the environment is a top priority for INSEE as shown in its recent organisation of community activities to respond to World Environment Day (June 5).
firms should focus on gen z for ai boost

Firms should focus on Gen Z for AI boost

As AI and its applications expand across various industries, Gen Z, being the first generation to be reared on social media and handheld electronic devices, is seen as the key to enhancing the competitiveness of businesses in the new economy.
dragon capital launches vietnams first open ended fund with cash dividends for passive income

Dragon Capital launches Vietnam’s first open-ended fund with cash dividends for passive income

DCDE is Vietnam's first open-ended equity fund to distribute cash dividends, offering non-professional investors a passive income option. This strategy combines the advantage of a regular income stream through attractive dividends and long-term capital growth based on the stock market’s ongoing development and performance. Nguyen Sang Loc, portfolio manager at Dragon Capital, discussed with VIR’sPhan Hang the fund's investment approach and risk mitigation strategies in the current volatile market.
vnsteel the journey towards green steel strategy

VNSTEEL – the journey towards “green steel” strategy

VNSTEEL is making strong moves towards sustainable development. Pham Cong Thao, deputy general director of the company, talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about its “green steel” journey to meet international requirements.
cp vietnam aiming for net zero goal

C.P. Vietnam aiming for 'net-zero' goal

The C.P. Vietnam Corporation (CPV) consistently highlights the significance of environmental protection in line with C.P. Group's strategic aimed of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
esg adoption may be crucial for growth

ESG adoption may be crucial for growth

The implementation of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policies will bring long-term value to businesses and increase their competitive advantage, according to Patrick Haverman, deputy resident representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Vietnam.
seizing opportunities in fb

Seizing opportunities in F&B

With an average annual growth rate of over 10 per cent, the food and beverages (F&B) market in Vietnam is a dynamic sector. Director of Consumer and Marketing Insights at NielsenIQ Dang Thuy Ha discussed with VIR’s Oanh Do the latest consumer trends helping businesses achieve success in the market.
pvcombank builds success on aws cloud

PVcomBank builds success on AWS cloud

PVcomBank, one of the fastest growing banks in Vietnam, is building a platform on AWS to deploy advanced technologies to promote innovation, enhance customer satisfaction, and increase operational efficiency. Trinh Vinh Hien, deputy IT director at PVcomBank, and Eric Yeo, country manager at AWS Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Bich Thuy about the partnership and moving forward.
investors can take measures to ensure true sustainability

Investors can take measures to ensure true sustainability

Vietnam is enhancing its appeal to both domestic and international investors in line with its long-term green goals. Emily Hamblin, British Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, and Tiong Hooi Ong, partner at PwC Vietnam, shared insights on the prospects and challenges of climate finance with VIR’s Luu Huong.
region is integrating at speed with outlook on sustainability

Region is integrating at speed with outlook on sustainability

Environmental and sustainability issues have gained significant importance in a wide range of industries and organisations globally. Pulkit Abrol, regional director for Asia-Pacific at the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), told VIR’s Nguyen Thu his vision for sustainable development and how to drive positive change.
crucial facets of talent can help companies adapt

Crucial facets of talent can help companies adapt

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) emphasises the role and responsibility of auditors in ensuring professional quality and creating value for businesses. ACCA chief executive Helen Brand covered the company’s role in line with sustainable development goals with VIR’s Vy Vy.
gains for the workforce clear through partnership

Gains for the workforce clear through partnership

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has signed an MoU to provide training and improve VIB’s human resource capacity. Ren Varma, head of mainland Southeast Asia for the ACCA, talked to VIR’s Linh Le about the dynamic and evolving finance and accounting landscape in Southeast Asia, while also addressing challenges such as the need for skilled professionals and compliance with international standards.