plastic particles in drinking water present low risk world health organisation

Plastic particles in drinking water present 'low' risk: World Health Organisation

Microplastics contained in drinking water pose a "low" risk to human health at current levels, but more research is needed to reassure consumers, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Thursday (Aug 22).
germans dive into mergers and acquisitions

Germans dive into mergers and acquisitions

Financial backers from Germany have shown their increasing interest in mergers and acquisitions investment in Vietnam in order to access consumers, distribution channels, and partners. Marko Walde, chief representative of the German Industry and Commerce Vietnam, discussed with VIR’s Bich Thuy the movement in this investment channel amid enforcement of landmark free trade agreements.
the shifting face of retail in vietnam

The shifting face of retail in Vietnam

The 2018 retail landscape in Vietnam was more challenging than ever, and the major market chains were trying to adapt quickly to changes to remain relevant. Consumers’ attitude toward shopping in the region were impacted by four major transformations: urbanisation, more single households, ageing, and increasing wealth.
vietnam takes measures to prevent trade frauds

Vietnam takes measures to prevent trade frauds

Vietnam resolutely prevents and strictly handles trade and origin frauds in the domestic market as well as export-import activities in a bid to protect legitimate interests of local businesses and consumers, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Le Thi Thu Hang said on August 8.
promising signs ahead for singapore led fdi

Promising signs ahead for Singapore-led FDI

Together with traditional interests in real estate, manufacturing, infrastructure, and healthcare, Singaporean investors are now venturing into other emerging sectors such as startups, smart cities, Industry 4.0, and consumer and lifestyle in order to tap into the massive local growth prospects ahead. Bich Thuy reports.
hot sectors for a breakthrough in ma

Hot sectors for a breakthrough in M&A

With a population of almost 100 million people and a stable course of economic development, Vietnam has been creating enormous opportunities for investors in M&A in sectors like retail, consumer goods, services, and manufacturing.
exciting times ahead in fb and fmcg

Exciting times ahead in F&B and FMCG

Vietnam’s mergers and acquisitions market is abuzz in food and beverages, as well as in consumer goods, as the competitive landscape evolves and rivals reshape their portfolios. Van Thu reports.
hanoi says no to plastic bags disposable plastic products

Hanoi says no to plastic bags, disposable plastic products

Enterprises in Hanoi have implemented many concrete and practical action programmes to prevent the use of plastic bags and disposable plastic products in response to the city’s joint efforts to fight plastic waste in industrial production and consumer distribution.
positive signs seen in socio economic situation pm

Positive signs seen in socio-economic situation: PM

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on August 1 said that the national socio-economic situation experienced positive changes in July.
vn index grows for second day on corporate prospects

VN-Index grows for second day on corporate prospects

Vietnam’s benchmark VN-Index advanced for a second day on the back of realty, retail and consumer staple sectors as investors are looking towards prospects for the upcoming months.
field opens up for bigger ma deals

Field opens up for bigger M&A deals

Driven by momentum in growth, Vietnam’s mergers and acquisitions market is expected to continue its strong focus on the sectors of consumer goods, retail, realty, and banking in the months to come, while also waiting for major deals to elevate the market to new heights. Bich Thuy reports.
easy credit launched consumer lending on zalo

Easy Credit launched consumer lending on Zalo

Consumer-oriented consumer lender Easy Credit under state-owned EVN Finance has begun to implement its online loaning programme via Zalo.
heartier european appetite for ma dealmaking via new free trade agreement

Heartier European appetite for M&A dealmaking via new free trade agreement

Many traditional areas such as oil and gas, consumer goods, food and beverages, and retail have seen an increase in mergers and acquisitions investment in Vietnam. Stefano Pellegrino and Kent Wong from EuroCham’s Legal Sector Committee talked to VIR’s Bich Thuy about how the improvements in the legal framework motivate the trend amidst the upcoming enforcement of the landmark EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement.
5g is here and is set to grow faster than any other g

5G is here and is set to grow faster than any other ‘G’

Digital transformation is an inevitable trend in developing and developed countries alike. 5G networks are going live in many markets and it promises to deliver significant socio-economic benefits. Denis Brunetti, president of Ericsson Vietnam and Myanmar, shares his views on the favorable impacts 5G will have on consumers and industries around the world.
shinhan card launches shinhan finance and its corporate identity

Shinhan Card launches Shinhan Finance and its corporate identity

Shinhan Card inaugurated its consumer finance company Shinhan Vietnam Finance Company in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Well-known global brands heritage; Ease of access; Compassionate finance; Comfort and totally networked branch, will make for a superior customer experience.