willingness to pay more for green products a challenge for young people

Willingness to pay more for green products: a challenge for young people

There are many eco-friendly consumer products on the market made from easily biodegradable materials to replace single-use plastic products, but their high cost has made many young people hesitant to spend money.
masan consumer reveals ipo roadmap

Masan Consumer reveals IPO roadmap

On October 2, Masan Consumer (Stock code: MCH) announced Resolution of the Board of Directors approving the transfer of MCH shares from UPCoM to listing on the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange (HoSE).
vietnams fmcg company wants to pay cash dividends after paying the cash dividend ratio of 268 per cent for 2023

Vietnam’s FMCG company wants to pay cash dividends after paying the cash dividend ratio of 268 per cent for 2023

Masan Consumer concluded a list of shareholders on September 26 that will receive additional cash dividends for 2023 of 168 per cent. The company recently announced the plan to pay 2024 dividend in cash
decoding growth drivers at masan group

Decoding growth drivers at Masan Group

Masan Group has identified its growth drivers for the rest of 2024, mainly focusing on its organic growth, consumer-focused strategy and the improved economic environment.
new vib promotion to ease end of year financial strain

New VIB promotion to ease 'end-of-year' financial strain

As consumers ramp up their expenditure ahead of the end-of-year festivities, VIB has launched a promotion to help its customers balance the family finances.
traditional mooncakes spark interest among foreigners

Traditional mooncakes spark interest among foreigners

Mooncakes, a traditional Vietnamese delicacy enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival, are garnering significant interest from international consumers, thanks to their blend of traditional values and modern appeal.
sabeco continues to rake in awards for special brands

SABECO continues to rake in awards for special brands

Continuous improvements in sustainable production and business activities help Saigon Beer-Alcohol-Beverage Corporation win over consumers and reap many prestigious awards.
how wincommerce modernises grocery retail in vietnam

How WinCommerce modernises grocery retail in Vietnam

WinCommerce, Masan Group's retail arm, is modernising grocery retail in Vietnam with its "New Commerce" consumer model.
every half coffee roasters secures new funding from singaporean investment firms

Every Half Coffee Roasters secures new funding from Singaporean investment firms

Vietnamese roaster and café chain Every Half Coffee Roasters has secured new funding from Singaporean investment firms Openspace Ventures and DSG Consumer Partners.
consumer finance regains growth momentum

Consumer finance regains growth momentum

Consumer finance firms have enjoyed a buoyant performance so far this year after facing a tough 2023.
consumer beverage trends must be taken into account

Consumer beverage trends must be taken into account

The alcoholic beverage market in Vietnam is undergoing a significant transformation due to new consumer trends and particularly the enforcement of stricter concentration policies. Le Minh Trang, associate director of the Retail Measurement Service at NielsenIQ (NIQ) Vietnam, talked to VIR’s Hoang Oanh.
vir conference hears beer profits have declined due to controls

VIR conference hears beer profits have declined due to controls

Beer industry revenues have fallen by 6 per cent across the country and by 11 per cent in six major cities in the last 12 months due to stricter alcohol concentration regulations as well as consumer preferences.
new car sales hit yearly high of 29000 in july

New car sales hit yearly high of 29,000 in July

Vietnam's automobile market recorded its highest growth this year in July, with nearly 29,000 cars delivered to consumers.
uob becomes bank of choice for aspiring asean consumers

UOB becomes bank of choice for aspiring ASEAN consumers

United Overseas Bank (UOB), Southeast Asia’s third-largest bank by assets, is tapping into megatrends in the region to drive its growth, positioning itself on capturing the rising ASEAN consumer spend and cross-border payments.
balancing interests for fair hike to special consumption tax

Balancing interests for fair hike to special consumption tax

The roadmap laid out to increase Vietnam's special consumption tax (SCT) should be scrutinised to balance the interests of the government, manufacturers, and consumers.