bond mobilisation needed for ho chi minh city infrastructure

Bond mobilisation needed for Ho Chi Minh City infrastructure

To realise its ambition of becoming Southeast Asia and Asia’s leading hub in multiple sectors, Ho Chi Minh City must bolster its infrastructure. With the city’s budget only covering 30-40 per cent of infrastructure costs, amidst an economic slump, there is an urgent need to devise strategies to entice international financing, potentially through bonds. A future financial centre could also be instrumental in this endeavour.
vietnam considers risk free bonds

Vietnam considers risk-free bonds

The Government has assigned the Ministry of Finance to study a proposal to allow the State Bank of Vietnam to guarantee payment of bank bonds, just like with bank deposits.
instability remains risk for bond market

Instability remains risk for bond market

Though the recent inauguration of a private corporate bond trading platform is a substantial advancement towards improved market liquidity and transparency, significant work still lies ahead to harmonise the market with Vietnam’s economic progression and bolster investor safeguards.
hnx launches new trading platform for privately issued corporate bonds

HNX launches new trading platform for privately issued corporate bonds

The Hanoi Stock Exchange (HNX) launched a dedicated trading platform for privately issued corporate bonds on July 19, a strategic move that is set to list over 1,600 individual corporate bond tickers for trading.
vietnam prepares for launch of corporate bond trading platform

Vietnam prepares for launch of corporate bond trading platform

The Hanoi Stock Exchange (HNX) and Vietnam Securities Depository (VSD) are gearing up for the official launch of a dedicated platform for corporate bonds on July 19, having completed rigorous system tests and operational guidelines.
prudential vietnam hosts thematic bonds and transition investment workshop

Prudential Vietnam hosts 'Thematic Bonds and Transition Investment' workshop

Prudential Vietnam, in collaboration with the Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI) and supported by the British Chamber of Commerce (BritCham), conducted the “Thematic Bonds and Transition Investment" workshop on July 6 in Hanoi to solicit feedback on how to support the thematic/labelled bond market in Vietnam.
developments in corporate bond market promote healthy performance

Developments in corporate bond market promote healthy performance

The imminent launch of a corporate bond trading platform is generating interest among investors, yet gaining their trust is an essential aspect of the market’s growth momentum.
creation of trading platform to overhaul bond market

Creation of trading platform to overhaul bond market

In a strategic move to bolster liquidity and instil renewed faith in Vietnam’s corporate bond sector, the Ministry of Finance is on the cusp of introducing a trading platform exclusively dedicated to corporate bonds in July.
adb highlights default risks in vietnams property markets

ADB highlights default risks in Vietnam's property markets

Vietnam's property equity index has experienced a significant decline of around a half since January, according to a recent report on East Asian bond markets released by the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
vndirect explains large exposure to trung nam bond

VNDirect explains large exposure to Trung Nam bond

VNDirect, under scrutiny for its substantial exposure to Trung Nam, has clarified the reasons behind its significant investment while addressing the mounting risks and apprehensions of investors.
ssc to launch secondary market for privately placed corporate bonds

SSC to launch secondary market for privately placed corporate bonds

The State Securities Commission (SSC) is introducing secondary market for corporate bonds, enhancing transparency and investor confidence.
financeasia names citi best sustainable bank in vietnam

FinanceAsia names Citi Best Sustainable Bank in Vietnam

Citi has been recognised by FinanceAsia, the region's premier capital markets publication, for sustainability work in the country and commitment to partnering with clients.
climate bonds asean report diversification in green bond issuances

Climate Bonds' ASEAN report: diversification in green bond issuances

The release of the fifth edition of the Climate Bonds' ASEAN State of the Market report series marks a significant milestone in the analysis of green bonds and sustainable finance within ASEAN countries.
recovery in bond issuance not yet confirming turnabout

Recovery in bond issuance not yet confirming turnabout

The recent influx of defaulted bonds is primarily due to an increase in restructured bonds caused by recent regulation adjustments, according to a new report.
techcombank enters 2023 with strategic plan

Techcombank enters 2023 with strategic plan

Against the formidable challenging confronting the banking system, Techcombank has embarked upon distinct strategies to effectively address and advance amid obstacles in the real estate and corporate bond market.